Evanston 3-11 on 3-15-11 updated

This image shows the destruction left behind by the fire on Oak Street in Evanston. The upper floors and the peaked roof, combined with the building’s setback from the street, made it difficult for firefighters to deploy the elevated master stream in the 'A Sector.' Tim Olk photo

The fire occurred within the district of Evanston Truck 22. The unit returned the next morning to check for any signs of rekindling inside the structure. This truck is scheduled for replacement soon with a new Pierce TDA model. Tim Olk photo

Evanston Engine 24 was back at the scene the next morning, continuing their efforts to manage the situation. Tim Olk photo

Looking down at the fire building from an adjacent structure, this shot reveals the complex architectural layout that firefighters had to navigate during the incident. Tim Olk photo

The fire building was very close to an exposure building to the south, limiting the fire department's access by approximately 25%. This also explains how smoke entered the neighboring structure. To the rear of the fire building, scaffolding further complicated firefighting efforts. Tim Olk photo

This elevated view captures the extent of the damage after the fire. It offers a clear look at the structure’s condition following the event. Tim Olk photo