Fenwick High School Fire Today — A fire was reported at Fenwick High School in Oak Park, Illinois, prompting an emergency response and the evacuation of students and staff from the school campus.
The incident was reported at the school’s parking garage at 505 Washington Blvd. in Oak Park. Initial information indicates that smoke and emergency activity around the garage led authorities to evacuate the affected area as firefighters responded.
Students and staff were moved away from the affected area as a precaution while emergency crews worked to address the reported fire. The evacuation was carried out as firefighters assessed the situation and worked to determine whether additional hazards were present.
Firefighters and other emergency personnel responded to the school as the incident developed. Crews were expected to assess the parking garage, contain the fire and inspect surrounding areas as part of the emergency response.
The emergency activity could temporarily affect traffic and access around the Fenwick High School campus. Drivers and pedestrians in the area may encounter emergency vehicles and are advised to follow directions from police and firefighters.
The cause of the fire and the extent of any property damage had not been confirmed in the information available for this report. There was also no verified information establishing whether anyone was injured in the incident.
Fenwick High School is a Catholic college-preparatory school serving students from throughout the Chicago area. School and emergency officials may provide additional information regarding the evacuation, the condition of the parking facility and when normal operations can resume.
The situation remains developing, and details may change as firefighters and school officials complete their response and investigation. Residents, students, staff and others near the campus should continue following official instructions and avoid restricted areas until authorities determine that they are safe.
