Massive Roof Fire at Joliet IKEA Distribution Center Injures 1 Firefighter

A significant fire broke out Tuesday morning on the roof of the IKEA distribution center in Joliet, Illinois, prompting a large emergency response. Approximately one-third of the roof was involved in the fire, which also affected numerous solar panels and spread into the building. A total of 81 firefighters responded, utilizing multiple ladder trucks and engines to bring the blaze under control within about two hours. All employees were safely evacuated without injuries, though one firefighter was hospitalized for exhaustion. The cause of the fire and the full extent of the damage remain under investigation, while crews continued to monitor the site for hot spots throughout the afternoon.