Fire in Country Club Hills 1-21-11 â€“ update

July 03, 2025

Karl Klotz was on the scene of a house fire in Country Club Hills yesterday at 4440 W. 183rd Street. The temperature was an icy -20 degrees, including wind chill, making conditions extremely challenging for first responders. Karl arrived before Dennis McGuire, Jr., who later shared some of his own photos that were posted online. Karl captured a series of powerful images from the incident and has a complete gallery available for viewing. Below are some of the standout shots from his collection:
Smoke escapes from the roof at 4440 W. 183rd Street as firefighters get water on the fire inside the house. Karl Klotz photo

Country Club Hills Engine 1120 was the first suppression unit on the scene. Karl Klotz photo

Firefighters overhaul the exterior of the house looking for hot spots of hidden fire after the main fire has been controlled by companies inside. Karl Klotz photo

As firefighters perform overhaul, they remove exterior soffits, siding, and insulation. Karl Klotz photo

Hazel Crest Truck 1220, a Pierce Lance 105' quint, was staged in front of the house. Karl Klotz photo

Country Club Hills Engine 1130, a Pierce Lance, brought additional manpower to the scene. Karl Klotz photo

Oak Forest Ambulance 162, a 2004 Ford/Road Rescue was on the scene but there were no injuries. Karl Klotz photo

A Country Club Hills firefighter awaits a new assignment after working on overhaul. Karl Klotz photo

Homewood's squad, a Country Club Hills engine, an Oak Forest engine, the Country Club Hills tower, and the Hazel Crest truck can be seen parked along 183rd Street at the fire. Karl Klotz photo
These photos offer a compelling look into the intense efforts of the firefighters during this difficult cold-weather incident.
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