The Libertyville Fire Department, serving Lake County, responded to a house fire at 516 Wrightwood Terrace just after 9 p.m. on Wednesday evening. The incident was initially reported by an off-duty firefighter who noticed flames in an unoccupied home. Upon arrival, Libertyville crews encountered heavy fire coming from the rear of the structure and quickly requested mutual aid. As the fire vented through the roof and consumed the entire back porch area, firefighters transitioned to a defensive position. Libertyville Quint 462 and Engine 461 were positioned in the 'A' Sector in front of the house. Both units are equipped with Wil-Burt telescoping light towers, which proved essential in providing bright and safe lighting for firefighters working under snowy and icy conditions. The 75-foot aerial ladder was extended over the building, with floodlights at the tip offering additional illumination. The Metropolitan Emergency Support Services (MESS) was also on scene, operating a canteen and a warming bus to support the responding crews. Despite the challenging weather, the fire was brought under control within about an hour. However, the house was completely gutted and required extensive overhaul work. Larry Shapiro arrived at the scene after most of the firefighting had concluded but still managed to capture some compelling images of the aftermath. You can view the full gallery here.
Libertyville Fire Department house fire Wrightwood Terrace

The house on Wrightwood Terrace with light smoke and steam escaping after the fire was knocked down. Larry Shapiro photo

Libertyville Fire Department house fire Wrightwood Terrace

Libertyville Quint 462, a 2008 Pierce Velocity 75' quint, features a mid-ship mounted Wil-Burt telescoping light tower. This setup is especially beneficial during nighttime operations when the unit is often positioned directly in front of the structure. Larry Shapiro photo

MESS Canteen Metropolitan Emergency Support Services

The MESS canteen was set up next to the rehab ambulance, offering hot food and drinks to the firefighters. Behind it, the MESS warming bus provided additional comfort. Larry Shapiro photo

Libertyville Fire Department house fire Wrightwood Terrace

Libertyville's Quint 462 and Engine 461 both deployed their light towers to illuminate the scene. The American flag graphic on the grille adds a nice touch. Larry Shapiro photo

Libertyville Fire Department house fire Wrightwood Terrace

Libertyville Engine 461 is built on a Dash chassis, with all equipment including the pump panel housed behind roll-up doors. The department uses a mix of Pierce apparatus, including Dash, Velocity, and Quantum chassis models. Larry Shapiro photo

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