Firefighters from dozens of fire departments respond to a five-alarm fire that left one dead, four injured and displaced dozens from an apartment building in the 700 block of St. Johns Road in Woodstock Tuesday evening. | Photo: WFRD

Authorities say one person died and four were injured after a fifth-alarm fire ravaged an apartment building in Woodstock and displaced dozens of residents.

The Woodstock Fire/Rescue District responded around 10:13 p.m. Tuesday to the 700 block of St. Johns Road in Woodstock for a report of a structure fire.

Woodstock Fire/Rescue District Public Information Officer Alex Vucha said multiple 911 calls were received reporting heavy flames and occupants trapped in the building.

Firefighters from dozens of fire departments respond to a five-alarm fire that left one dead, four injured and displaced dozens from an apartment building in the 700 block of St. Johns Road in Woodstock Tuesday evening. | Photo: WFRD

Firefighters arrived within five minutes to find heavy fire showing from the two-story apartment complex.

A request for additional resources was made through the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS), which ultimately went to the fifth alarm to support firefighting and station coverage efforts, Vucha said.

Firefighters initiated interior and exterior attacks on the fire, which had spread rapidly to the attic and traveled the length of the building.

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Firefighters from dozens of fire departments respond to a five-alarm fire that left one dead, four injured and displaced dozens from an apartment building in the 700 block of St. Johns Road in Woodstock Tuesday evening. | Photo: WFRD

Two tower ladders were deployed to extinguish the fire from above, Vucha said.

The fire was declared under control around midnight and fire crews remained on the scene throughout the night to address hotspots and ensure the area was safe.

12 of the 24 units in the building sustained significant damage, Vucha said. Over 30 people were displaced.

Firefighters from dozens of fire departments respond to a five-alarm fire that left one dead, four injured and displaced dozens from an apartment building in the 700 block of St. Johns Road in Woodstock Tuesday evening. | Photo: WFRD

The American Red Cross is assisting affected residents with temporary relocation and essential living needs.

An adult female and a baby were treated at the scene for smoke inhalation and initially declined transport to the hospital. They were later transported to the hospital.

Three others were also transported to local hospitals for treatment.

Firefighters from dozens of fire departments respond to a five-alarm fire that left one dead, four injured and displaced dozens from an apartment building in the 700 block of St. Johns Road in Woodstock Tuesday evening. | Photo: WFRD

Vucha said one of the three included an adult male, who suffered critical, life-threatening injuries.

He was initially expected to be airlifted to the hospital but was instead transported by ambulance to a local hospital where he died from his injuries.

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No firefighter injuries were reported.

“The Woodstock Fire/Rescue District extends its gratitude to the 20+ neighboring fire departments, the Woodstock Police Department, and our dispatchers. Their efforts were instrumental in managing the response and ensuring safety throughout the incident,” Vucha said.

Firefighters from dozens of fire departments respond to a five-alarm fire that left one dead, four injured and displaced dozens from an apartment building in the 700 block of St. Johns Road in Woodstock Tuesday evening. | Photo: WFRD

A temporary relocation center was established at St. John’s Lutheran Church at 401 St. Johns Road in Woodstock to assist displaced residents.

“Residents in need of support are encouraged to visit the center for assistance and resources. Thank you to St. Johnโ€™s Church and the American Red Cross for assisting during this difficult time,” Vucha said.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Woodstock Fire/Rescue District, Woodstock Police Department and the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal.