Chicago fire: 3 women burned, 1 critically injured, in food prep incident at Offshore Rooftop on Navy Pier along Grand Avenue

CHICAGO (WLS) — Three women suffered burns, with one being critically injured, in an incident at Navy Pier’s rooftop restaurant on Wednesday night, according to Chicago police.

Authorities, including Chicago police and fire crews, were called to a fire at Offshore Rooftop located in the 1000-block of East Grand Avenue just before 8:30 p.m.

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Three women were burned from an “accidental flame” while trying to prepare food at a banquet table, CPD said.

A 25-year-old woman was critically burned and transported to Stroger Hospital, while a 44-year-old woman sustained burns and was taken to the same hospital in good condition. Another woman was admitted to Northwestern Memorial Hospital, also in good condition.

Chicago fire crews extinguished the remaining fire.

Maverick Hotels and Restaurants, which oversees the restaurant, expressed their sympathy in a statement, saying, “We hold the three individuals injured last night in our thoughts and are closely monitoring their conditions. As there is an ongoing investigation, specifics cannot be shared at this moment. We appreciate the rapid response from Emergency Medical Services, the Chicago Police Department, management, and nearby guests. Maintaining the safety and well-being of our guests and employees is our utmost priority, and we will continue to evaluate our safety protocols.”

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