Overview

• Flames erupted early Tuesday at the Twin Oaks West Apartment complex on the 100-block of North Essington Road.
• Joliet Fire Department crews brought the blaze under control by midmorning and spent hours dousing remaining hot spots by around 9:25 a.m.
• Severe roof and structural damage was observed, although authorities have not reported any injuries.
• Joliet Police Department closed all lanes of Essington Road between Twin Oaks Drive and Glenwood Avenue and advised motorists to use alternate routes.
• Fire investigators remain on site as they work to determine what sparked the fire.