Chicago firefighter injured in Austin fire, CFD officials say

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Thursday, August 7, 2025
Chicago firefighter injured in West Side fire: CFD

CHICAGO (WLS) -- A Chicago firefighter was injured Wednesday night in a fire on the city's West Side, Chicago Fire Department officials said.

The fire broke out near West Thomas Street and North Waller Avenue in Austin.

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The firefighter was taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, officials said.

The fire has been controlled, CFD said. The cause is being investigated.

No further information was immediately available.

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