Structure Fire in the 1800 Block of Princess Circle

NAPERVILLE, Ill. — At 2:50 p.m. on Wednesday, March 20, Naperville’s Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) received a call for a structure fire in the garage of a two story, single-family home located in the 1800 block of Princess Lane. Naperville 911(PSAP) dispatched a general alarm assignment consisting of 10 pieces of fire apparatus and 24 personnel, including an incident commander and incident safety officer, to the reported address.

At 2:57 p.m. the first arriving vehicle found fire conditions in the attached garage. Fire companies ensured all residents were out of the home and then quickly deployed a hose line to contain the fire. One adult, a child and a dog were home at the time of the fire. At 3:04 p.m., the fire was deemed under control and contained to the garage. The fire appeared to have started in a garbage can located inside the garage. Fire companies remained on the scene another 30 minutes to ensure all hot spots were extinguished.

The Naperville Fire Department was assisted on the scene by the Naperville Police and Electric departments. Mutual aid fire companies also assisted from Warrenville, Plainfield, Oswego and Romeoville. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. There were no injuries to any occupants or firefighters while operating on scene. The building was deemed to be inhabitable by the Naperville Transportation, Engineering, and Development Team. The blaze is estimated to have caused $15,000 in damages.

About Naperville: Located 28 miles west of Chicago, Naperville, Ill., is home to approximately 145,000 people. This vibrant, thriving city consistently ranks as a top community in the nation in which to live, raise children and retire. The city is home to acclaimed public and parochial schools, the best public library system in the country, an array of healthcare options and an exceptionally low crime rate. Naperville has ready access to a variety of public transportation, housing and employment options. The city’s diversified employer base features high technology firms, retailers and factories, as well as small and home-based businesses. Residents also enjoy world-class parks, diverse worship options, the opportunity to serve on several City boards and commissions, a thriving downtown shopping and dining area, a renowned outdoor history museum known as Naper Settlement and an active civic community. For more information, please visit our website at www.naperville.il.us.