Despite mayday call, no injuries in major house fire on Chicago’s South Side

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No injuries reported in South Side house fire

Also on the South Side tonight-- Chicago firefighters are working to figure out what caused a house fire in West Chatham.

A large house fire on Chicago’s South Side drew a massive emergency response Friday evening.

What we know:

The fire broke out shortly after 5 p.m. at a home near 82nd Street and Lafayette Avenue. 

Chicago fire officials said a "mayday" call was issued during the response, but no injuries were reported. The scene has since been secured.

What's next:

FOX 32 Chicago has a crew at the scene and will bring more updates to this story as they become available. 

The cause of the fire is still under investigation. 

The Source: The information in this article was provided by the Chicago Fire Department. 

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