Overview
- The fire broke out Friday afternoon in the 3000 block of West George Street near the Logan Square and Avondale neighborhoods.
- Fire crews responded to reports of a working fire just before 3:10 p.m., according to a Chicago Fire Department spokesperson.
- The blaze was reported extinguished by about 3:50 p.m.
- Officials confirmed one fatality, and no age, gender, or other identifying details have been released.
- Chicago Police Department arson detectives were observed at the building after extinguishment, and authorities described the situation as developing.