Fire damages UPS terminal in Palatine

The UPS terminal in Palatine remains in operation following a Thursday night fire.

Around 9:40 p.m., the Palatine Fire Department responded to the building at 2100 N. Hicks Road and found fire and smoke coming from several truck docks, extending to a semitrailer truck and into the building.

The fire was declared under control within 15 minutes, with damage contained to the building's exterior and the trailer.

All employees evacuated the facility on their own and without injury. They were allowed to finish their shift.

Authorities are investigating the cause and damage estimates are currently unavailable.

Crews from the Long Grove Fire Department assisted at the scene under a mutual aid agreement.

Palatine firefighters reminded people to be familiar with emergency plans at the workplace. It's important to know the nearest exits and what to do if a fire alarm sounds.