The Somonauk Fire Protection District says two women were hurt and multiple pets were killed in a fire in the 200 block of South Depot Street Saturday morning.
The responding assistant chief and a bystander rescued one elderly woman from the front of the home. Another woman was found inside.
Both were taken to Valley West Hospital in Sandwich.
The second woman’s injuries from smoke inhalation were said to be life-threatening, according to the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office.
Firefighters were able to rescue and resuscitate two dogs from the home.
The fire is believed to have started due to an electrical issue, but the cause remains under investigation.