2 Chicago firefighters among 4 injured in massive Back of the Yards fire; 14 displaced

Published
June 11, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Laflin Street near 45th Street
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Incident type
Fire

Summary

Vehicle Fire Chicago Illinois in Chicago, Illinois: A large house fire on Laflin Street in Chicago’s Back of the Yards neighborhood spread to two neighboring buildings, injuring four people including two firefighters. The blaze was brought under control by 6:45 a.m., and 14 residents were displaced.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Unnamed firefighter Unknown Injured
Unnamed civilian Unknown Injured

Original reporting

2 Chicago firefighters among 4 injured in massive Back of the Yards fire; 14 displaced | FOX 32 Chicago

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