3-Alarm Fire Causes Extensive Damage to Chicago Church

April 18, 2022
A massive three-alarm fire tore through a Chicago church on Good Friday causing extensive damage to the building.

A massive three-alarm fire caused extensive damage as fire tore through a Chicago church on Good Friday.

Firefighters battled a large fire around 2:15 p.m., at the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Englewood, according to WGN 9 News.

Crews battled heavy fire conditions, which swept through the church causing firefighter to set up defensive operations.

Around two hours into the incident, firefighters gained control of the fire, but remained on scene for some time working on hot spots.

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