Vacant Warehouse Fire at 555 North Strick, Chicago

Summary: A fire was reported at a vacant, two-story ordinary warehouse, approximately 300 by 500 feet in size, located at 555 North Strick in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. Initial reports indicated visible fire at the rear of the building. Fire crews worked to gain access to the structure and extinguished the fire, which was found to involve some plywood burning on the exterior. The fire was declared out, and the working fire response was held. Remaining companies were directed to return to quarters. No escalation or injuries were reported.