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Family Searching For Dog Who Escaped House Fire That Spread To 2 Homes In South Chicago Suburb

The homeowners said their dog, Lexi, made it out of the house, but is missing. It is not clear if any injuries were reported.

(CBS Chicago)

Updated on: July 14, 2025 / 8:00 AM CDT

A family who escaped a house fire that spread to two other homes in south suburban Blue Island is now searching for their dog Monday morning.

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Video from the scene shows heavy smoke billowing from the significantly damaged house in the 2000 block of Vermont Street. The fire spread to at least two other buildings, including one commercial business that was located in the back of a home.

The homeowners said their dog, Lexi, made it out of the house, but is missing.

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