CHICAGO - A woman was found dead following a high-rise fire Thursday in Chicago’s West Town neighborhood.

What we know:

The Chicago Fire Department said crews responded to a fire in the 1100 block of West Erie Street. The blaze was extinguished with hand pumps.

Afterward, a woman was discovered dead at the scene, according to fire officials.

What we don't know:

Authorities have not released the woman’s identity, her age, or the floor of the high-rise where she was found.

What's next:

The cause of the fire remains under investigation. CFD said no further information was immediately available.

The Source: The information in this story came from the Chicago Fire Department. West Town News

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