Police, firefighters, and paramedics from Arlington Heights Fire Department and mutual aid firefighters responded after Northwest Central Dispatch System 9-1-1 (NWCDS) received a report about 3:11 p.m. Friday, June 26, 2026 of a house fire in the block of 2300 Michael Manor Lane in Arlington Heights. According to NWCDS dispatch, the caller stated on a 9-1-1 call that an electric hoverboard had ignited inside the home, and was on fire.
Just prior (about one minute earlier) to this house fire alarm, Arlington Heights firefighters and paramedics had been dispatched to I-90 on the south end of the Village of Arlington Heights for a reported accident with injuries. As a result, several mutual aid companies were assigned to the fire to replace units already committed to the accident. Once the I-90 incident was determined to be minor, all unnecessary responding units were redirected to the fire scene.
Initial fire companies arrived on scene at 3:17 p.m. and reported no visible signs of fire from the exterior. At that time, it was unknown if the building was still occupied. Fire crews entered the structure and encountered heavy smoke and discovered visible flames on the second floor. The response was immediately upgraded to a Code 4 response (“working fire” response).
As additional crews arrived, it was confirmed that all occupants had safely evacuated the building and were accounted for, according to the Arlington Heights Fire Department. This was further verified by a thorough search of the interior. Firefighters deployed a hose line to the second floor and quickly extinguished the fire, which successfully contained the fire to the immediate area surrounding the hoverboard. Fire damage to the residence was minimal, according to the Arlington Heights Fire Department.
The fire was declared out at 3:24 p.m. Crews completed a comprehensive overhaul to ensure no fire had extended into the structure.
No injuries were reported.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
The Arlington Heights Fire Department was assisted at the scene by firefighters from Palatine, Mount Prospect, Prospect Heights, and Buffalo Grove, while fire companies from Schaumburg, Wheeling, Des Plaines, and Glenview fire departments provided fire station coverage during the incident.
Firefighters on scene noted that the residence had smoke alarms, but initial crews on scene reported they had not activated. Fortunately, the occupants were alert and were able to escape safely.
The Arlington Heights Fire Department would like to remind residents that smoke alarms more than 10 years old or that are non-functional should be replaced. The Arlington Heights Fire Department offers free fire alarm replacements for Arlington Heights residents. To schedule an appointment, contact 847-368-5450 or visit www.vah.com/smokealarm.
Additionally, lithium-ion batteries pose a significant fire risk and have a well-documented history of igniting if overheated, damaged, or are worn out after prolonged use. All products containing lithium-ion batteries should be properly maintained, routinely inspected for damage, and always charged using the manufacturer’s provided or recommended power source. Warning signs of battery issues may include a sweet odor, hissing or popping sounds, sparks, or damaged or loose cords and wires.
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