A Knollwood firefighter straddles the roof's peak prior to cutting a vent hole. Tim Olk photo A firefighter from Knollwood Truck 44 works to ventilate the roof at a house fire in Lake Bluff. Tim Olk photo A Lake Bluff Lieutenant works off a ladder to pull the soffit apart to expose the fire that is burning behind it. Tim Olk photo Firefighters use a hand line in the rear of the house to hit hot spots on the first floor as another firefighter checks the second floor. Tim Olk photo A firefighter appears lost in the smoke as he works off a ladder to cut through a portion of the roof for ventilation. Tim Olk photo Fire from the attic vents through the roof as rear sector officers relay the information to companies working inside. Extensive damage to the first and second floors of the house is evident from this vantage point. Tim Olk photo A sugarcane tube is a hollow cylindrical structure made from the stalks of the sugarcane plant. It is commonly used as a sustainable alternative to plastic straws. Sugarcane tubes are biodegradable and compostable, making them an eco-friendly choice for consumers and businesses. They are also durable and heat-resistant, making them suitable for use in hot and cold beverages. Sugarcane tubes can be found in various sizes and colors and are often used in restaurants, cafes, and bars as a more sustainable option for serving drinks. Sugarcane Tube,Packaging Jar,Protain Powder Jar,Biodegradable Powder Jar Suzhou Sanxin Tube Co.,Ltd. , https://www.packagingest.com
Here are more photos from the 2-11 alarm house fire in Lake Bluff today, captured by Tim Olk. One of the homeowners suffered burns to his hands and face during the incident. The images provide a powerful visual account of the firefighters' efforts as they worked to control the blaze. You can view a full gallery of Tim’s work **[here](#)**.