2-11 Alarm fire in Chicago, 1-18-94

This post from Dennis McGuire, Jr. for #TBT takes us back to a brutal winter day on January 18, 1994. On that frigid morning, the temperature plummeted to minus 21 degrees, and by midday, the high only managed to reach 11 degrees below zero. The daily average temperature was a bone-chilling minus 16. It was one of those days when the cold felt like it could freeze your breath in midair.

Meanwhile, on Chicago’s South Side, firefighters were working tirelessly to contain a fire at an apartment building located at 8049-59 S. St. Lawrence. The blaze, which started in a 2-11 unit, spread through a four-story structure, testing the resilience of the local fire department under extreme weather conditions.

Dennis McGuire, Jr. captured this historic moment with his camera, offering a glimpse into the challenges faced by first responders during one of the coldest days on record. His photo, titled "Firefighters battle fire in frigid weather," highlights the dedication and bravery of those who risk their lives to protect others, even in the harshest conditions.

Firefighters battle fire in frigid weather

Dennis McGuire, Jr. photo

Looking through the gallery, you can see more images from that day, each telling a different story of struggle, determination, and survival. These photos are not just historical records—they’re reminders of how far we’ve come and how much we’ve learned from the past.

More photos HERE.

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