2 dead after fire engulfs houses in Cicero, spokesperon says

CICERO, Ill. (WLS) -- A deadly fire engulfed two houses in the west suburbs on Wednesday morning.

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Chopper 7 was over the scene as dozens of firefighters battled the blazed in Cicero near 29th Street and 51st Avenue.

A spokesperson for the city of Cicero said two people died as a result of the fire.

Officials have not released any information regarding the victims.

It is unknown what time the fire started. or what caused the fire.

Around 6 a.m. Chopper 7 captured as a second home caught fire.

Chopper 7 was over the scene on Wednesday as firefighters battled the flames.

Roads in the area were still closed at 8:30 a.m. as police investigated the scene.