Animals killed in Chicago-area barn fire

UNIVERSITY PARK -- Several animals have been killed in a fire at a south suburban Chicago nature center.

University Park Fire Department Chief Chuck Exner says about a dozen animals were killed early Friday in the blaze at a barn on the Riegel Farmstead. Those include two horses, two bulls, a goat and many chickens.

Exner says a firefighter was kicked by a llama while attempting a rescue. The man sustained minor injuries.

About two dozen cows, horses, chickens, rabbits and fowl were more cooperative -- firefighters were able to lead them to safety without incident.

Exner says the fire is under investigation but appears to be accidental.