Around noon today (November 5th, 2015), the Lake Forest Fire Department responded to a house fire at 792 Greenbriar Lane. When they arrived, they found heavy flames engulfing the back of a large, two-story home. The fire quickly escalated, prompting the department to upgrade it to a Box Alarm, which called in additional resources. It took approximately 40 minutes for firefighters to bring the blaze under control.
I happened to be nearby when I heard the sirens, so I grabbed my camera and headed over to capture some images. The scene was intense, with firefighters working tirelessly to extinguish the flames. From what I could see, the damage was extensive, especially on the rear portion of the property. You can get a better sense of the situation from these photos I took.
The firefighters were clearly doing their best under difficult circumstances. They had to deal with not only the fire itself but also the thick plumes of smoke that made visibility challenging. One particularly striking image shows a firefighter scaling a ladder with a hose, battling the flames head-on. Another shot captures the aftermath, where you can see the charred remains of what was once a home.
If you're interested in seeing more visuals from the incident, there are plenty available online. Larry Shapiro’s work can be found at shapirophotography.net, while Tim Olk’s photos are hosted on Olkee.smugmug.com. These platforms offer an even closer look at the event and the efforts made by the firefighting team.
It's always sad to witness such destruction, but it's inspiring to see how communities come together during emergencies like this. I hope the family affected finds support and strength as they move forward. If anyone has any updates or knows how people can help, feel free to share in the comments below.
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