Crime & Safety
House Fire Displaces Elderly Chicago Heights Couple
It was unclear what started the fire late Tuesday night in the 700 block of Travers Avenue.
No one was hurt in a fire late Tuesday night that burned a house in the 700 block of Travers Avenue.
An elderly couple and several of their children and grandchildren were home when the fire ignited, witnesses said. The fire, which appears to have started in the back bedroom, left the house unlivable.
Firefighters responded at about 8:20 p.m. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Find out what's happening in Chicago Heightsfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
A damage estimate was not immediately available.
Those wishing to help the family can donate through the American Red Cross by calling 312-729-6100.
Find out what's happening in Chicago Heightsfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
