Overview

• The blaze erupted Saturday morning at 630 E Joe Orr Road, with flames and thick black smoke captured on video.
• Chicago Heights firefighters responded around 8:30 a.m., called in additional crews, and were working to contain the fire Saturday afternoon.
• A fire department spokesman said burning auto salvage hulks and tires were fueling the smoke.
• No injuries were reported as of the latest updates, and officials have not determined a cause.
• Smoke was visible for miles, including from Chicago’s South Side, as authorities urged drivers to avoid the area.