On Oct. 30, at approximately 9:31 a.m., the Villa Park Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 1021 W. North Ave. According to the fire department, the occupant of a business reported smelling smoke and noticing that smoke was beginning to fill the unit before calling 911.
“Upon arrival, Villa Park Engine 82 encountered light smoke conditions and began investigating, tracing the source to the rear roofline of the building,” related the fire department in its statement about the incident. “Further investigation revealed a smoldering fire within the insulation layer of the building’s membrane roofing system.”
The fire department’s statement noted that firefighters from multiple crews worked aggressively to expose the affected area by removing sections of the roofing membrane to access and extinguish the fire. The fire extended across two business units. Both units also sustained minor water damage as a result of firefighting operations.
“Building management and the Village of Villa Park Community Development Department were notified,” added the fire department. “Following an assessment, Community Development deemed both units uninhabitable until the necessary repairs can be completed.”
The Villa Park Fire Department’s Fire Investigation Unit also responded to the scene. Following a preliminary investigation, the cause of the fire remained under investigation.
The Villa Park Fire Department was assisted at the scene by firefighters from Elmhurst, Lombard, Addison, Oakbrook Terrace, and York Center. The Villa Park Police Department also provided assistance.
