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December 10, 2025

1. Live Power Lines Spark House Fire in Algonquin, Multiple Departments Respond: Early Wednesday morning, broken electrical lines fell across two yards, a house, and a car on the 800 block of Oceola Drive in Algonquin, setting a home ablaze. Firefighters from several departments responded after numerous 911 calls reported both a yard and a residence on fire. The situation required an upgraded response due to the live wires arcing over several properties. ComEd crews were called in to handle the hazardous power lines and ensure neighborhood safety. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 10)

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November 27, 2025

1. No Injuries in Residential Fire on Apache Trail in Lake in the Hills: A minor fire occurred late Wednesday at a home under construction in Lake in the Hills, located on the 200 block of Apache Trail. Firefighters responded quickly, extinguishing the blaze without any reported injuries. After ensuring the fire had not spread, investigators began examining the scene to determine the cause. The origin of the fire and estimated damages have not yet been established, and multiple local agencies provided assistance. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Nov 27)

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October 26, 2025

1. Residents Displaced Following Early Morning Duplex Fire Near Algonquin: A fire caused significant damage to a two-story duplex in the 11000 block of Mohican Drive in unincorporated Algonquin early Sunday morning, displacing the occupants of both units. Multiple fire departments responded around 5:30 a.m. to address the blaze, which involved heavy flames visible from the second floor and the right side of the home. All residents managed to evacuate safely before crews arrived. The cause of the fire and extent of property damage remain under investigation. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Oct 26)

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October 19, 2025

1. High School Football Game in Carpentersville Delayed After Nearby Shooting: A varsity football game between Dundee-Crown High School and Prairie Ridge High School in Carpentersville was interrupted and the field evacuated Friday night due to a shooting near the Fox View Apartments, located adjacent to the school. Police reported that a vehicle was damaged by gunfire, but no (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Oct 19)

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