From the McHenry Township Fire Protection District:
MTFPD Crews Extinguish Fully Involved Mobile Home
Fire on Broadway
McHenry Township, IL – At approximately 8:48 p.m. on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, the McHenry Township Fire Protection District (MTFPD) was dispatched to the 1000 block of Broadway for a reported structure fire.
Upon arrival, crews encountered challenges accessing the exact location of the fire.
After gaining access, firefighters discovered a fully involved mobile home measuring approximately 25 feet by 50 feet, located approximately 400 feet off the main roadway.
Firefighters initiated an aggressive fire attack using a 21⁄2-inch hose line before making entry into the structure to extinguish the remaining fire.
The incident was managed as a working fire utilizing MTFPD personnel and apparatus, without the need for additional fire
department resources.
The fire was brought under control within approximately 30 minutes.
Crews remained on scene to extinguish remaining hot spots and ensure the fire was fully extinguished.
There were no reported civilian or firefighter injuries, and no residents were displaced because of the incident.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Safety Message: Fires can start when heat builds up near burnt items. This can happen when a hot light bulb is near burnt items, such as cloth or paper or when a cord is placed under a carpet. Replace any electrical cords that are frayed or have exposed wiring. Do not overload circuit breakers or fuses.
