Evanston firefighters responded to a second-alarm fire at a laundromat located at 838 Dodge Avenue on Thursday evening. Battalion 21 reported that the structure was a one-story building measuring 125 by 125 feet, featuring a bowstring truss roof system. Fire was observed through the roof, and crews were conducting defensive operations to prevent the spread of flames.
The scene was marked by heavy black smoke rising from the commercial building, with multiple residents capturing images and sharing them as reader submissions. The photos show the intensity of the fire and the efforts being made by emergency responders to control the situation. While no injuries have been reported so far, the cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Local officials are urging residents to stay clear of the area and avoid any unnecessary travel near the incident site. Firefighters remain on scene working to bring the blaze under control. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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