Fatal Pilsen Fire Blamed on Unattended Cooking
Man Dies in Blaze at Home in 1900 Block of South May Street
A man died in a fire that started in the kitchen of a Pilsen home Tuesday afternoon. Around 3 p.m., firefighters responded to a blaze at the home in the 1900 block of South May Street and found the man inside, Chicago Fire Department spokesperson Larry Langford said.
Unattended Cooking Suspected as Cause of Fire
The unidentified man was taken to Mount Sinai Hospital where he was pronounced dead, officials said. The fire started on the first floor kitchen and may have started because of unattended cooking, Langford said. “We believe it was a case of unattended cooking, where someone was cooking and left the stove or oven on, and it sparked the fire,” Langford explained.
No Smoke Detectors Found in Home
No smoke detectors were found in the home, which may have alerted the residents to the danger earlier, Langford added. “We strongly encourage all residents to have working smoke detectors in their homes, especially in the kitchen where cooking fires can occur,” he emphasized.
Conclusion
The fatal fire serves as a tragic reminder of the importance of fire safety and the dangers of unattended cooking. It is crucial for residents to take necessary precautions to prevent such incidents, including having working smoke detectors and being mindful of cooking activities.
FAQs
* What was the cause of the fire?
The fire was caused by unattended cooking in the kitchen.
* Was there a smoke detector in the home?
No, no smoke detectors were found in the home.
* What happened to the man found in the home?
He was taken to Mount Sinai Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
