The firefighter, identified by Chicago Fire Fighters Union Local 2 as Walter Stewart, performed CPR on his wife after the fire.
Earlier this week, the Fire Department said all four members of the family suffered from smoke inhalation.Video from a neighbor's Ring camera shows the chaos as firefighters arrived on scene. There was a massive presence as fire trucks lined North Rutherford Avenue. The video shows what looks like a stretcher being wheeled up to the lawn in a frantic attempt to save the family.
Chicago Fire Department officials have said Walter Stewart, who lived in the house, responded himself – and gave his own wife CPR. He was not part of the fire crew that responded to the fire, but when he heard the address of the fire over radio dispatch, he went to the scene.The pain the CFD firefighter is experiencing is hard for neighbors and loved ones to described. Many on the close-knit block were too upset to speak on camera.
Flowers and stuffed animals lined the torched porch Friday night – in a sign of compassion and love from those who only want to wrap their arms around a grieving husband, father, and Chicago firefighter. "Every member of Local 2 and the Department mourns with our brother Walter and the Stewart family. This tragedy weighs heavy on our hearts, and we pledge our ongoing support," said Jim Tracy President of Local 2.
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Beyond sad. 💔
That poor guy lost his whole family
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I'm so sad to hear this... My prayers are with him.
So sad. My heart goes out to the father/husband, family, the neighbors and the first responders.
It seems like several relevant details are being withheld from this disturbing story. 😨
Horrible!! condolences to him and hopefully he finds the needed strength. Can not imagine 😔
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