Chicago Still & Box at 63rd & Stewart 1-14-12

July 10, 2025

Tim Olk captured a Still & Box Alarm at a vacant, three-story courtyard building located at 63rd and Stewart on Saturday morning. He shared several compelling images from the scene, offering a rare glimpse into the firefighting efforts.
Firefighters direct a line to one of the upper floors. Tim Olk photo

Squad 5A works in Sector 3 as an engine company directs a line into a second floor window. Tim Olk photo

Multiple lines are directed into the building to hit the remaining fires. Tim Olk photo

Tower Ladder 37 maneuvered their platform into the courtyard area. Tim Olk photo

Members of Squad 5 use an acetylene torch to remove metal gates from the entrance to the courtyard. Tim Olk photo

Tower Ladder 37's main can be seen stretching into the courtyard as Squad 5 firefighters work to remove the fencing. Tim Olk photo

Firefighters work to thaw a frozen ladder so they can return it to the apparatus. Tim Olk photo

Using steam these firefighters are trying to retract the extension ladder that is covered with ice. Tim Olk photo

The 18th Battalion and several firefighters pose for a group photo. Tim Olk photo
These photos give a powerful visual account of the intense efforts by firefighters to contain the fire in a challenging urban environment. More images from the scene can be found HERE.
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