The roof of Chicago's landmark Holy Name Cathedral caught fire on the morning of February 4, 2009. Firefighters had difficulty getting the fire under control because of the cold temperatures. The original Holy Name Cathedral was destroyed in 1871 during the Great Chicago Fire.Abc7chicago.com: Fire breaks out at Holy Name Cathedral (February 4, 2009)

By midday on February 4, the blaze had been extinguished and cleanup was underway. Reports said the Cathedral suffered heavy fire damage to its roof and attic. While the flames didn't reach the Cathedral's sanctuary, the area did suffer water damage.Chicago Breaking News: Cleanup starts after Holy Name fire (February 4, 2009)

A fire at the Holy Name Cathedral started on the roof of the building on the morning of February 4, 2009. The flames did not spread into the Cathedral's sanctuary, though the area reportedly suffered heavy water damage. According to reports, one firefighter suffered "minor injuries" while battling the blaze. FOXNews.com: Chicago's Historic Holy Name Cathedral Ablaze (February 4, 2009) Chicago Sun-Times: Firefighters' swift action saved Holy Name (February 4, 2009) Despite the blaze, masses at Holy Name Cathedral were expected to resume in the building's parish center on Thursday, February 5, 2009.WREX.com (Rockford, IL): Masses to resume after fire damages... (February 4, 2009)