This is a report from Larry Shapiro: The Prospect Heights Fire Department was called to a house fire around 3:00 AM today, Monday, at 1201 N. Stratford Road, near Rand Road. As firefighters were en route, they were informed that a 14-year-old boy was trapped inside the home while other family members had managed to escape outside. Several police officers attempted to locate the boy but were forced to retreat due to intense smoke and fire conditions. Arlington Heights Engine 2 was the first unit on the scene, arriving to find heavy flames in the center of the house. The street lacked hydrants, so supply lines were laid to an Arlington Heights street in one direction and to a nearby shopping center across Rand Road in the other. Water pressure became an issue temporarily when Engine 2 experienced mechanical problems, preventing it from supplying the lines. Additional water was provided by Prospect Heights Tower 9 to continue the firefighting efforts. A Box Alarm was activated, along with multiple ambulances, as two adults from the house and three police officers required medical attention. One ambulance was held in case the missing boy could be rescued. Later, it was confirmed that the boy was not at home and was found safe elsewhere. Two individuals were transported to the hospital for evaluation. Photos from the scene show the intensity of the fire, including firefighters working through the night, a fully engulfed house, and emergency personnel on the ground. The images capture the chaos and the quick response from local authorities. Larry Shapiro photo Larry Shapiro photo Larry Shapiro photo Larry Shapiro photo Larry Shapiro photo Larry Shapiro photo Larry Shapiro photo More photos can be viewed at shapirophotography.net and firescenes.net. Transmission Piston,Piston Accessories,Piston Auto Parts,Transmission Piston Parts HONG KONG CRS INTERNATIONAL TRADING COMPANY LIMITED , https://www.crstrans.com