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Sauk City fire department thanks family who brought pizza to station after house fire

The Sauk City Volunteer Fire Department is thanking a local family after they brought in pizza after fire crews put out a structure fire in the town of West Point Monday. As NBC15 News reported, crews responded to a fire at a home on Selwood Road in the Town of West Point outside Prairie Du Sac around 3 p.
- PUB DATE: 2/17/2020 8:32:02 PM - SOURCE: WMTV-TV NBC 15 Madison

Fire destroys Fond du Lac Auto Mart

On Sunday, February 16 the Fond du Lac Fire Rescue was dispatched to the Be Smart Auto Mall at 530 VanDyne Road for a reported structure fire. Fire Chief Peter O’Leary says employees working inside the building at the time made the 9-1-1 call and were able to exit the building safely. Upon arrival, fire crews encountered not only the structure on fire but several adjacent vehicles as well.
- PUB DATE: 2/17/2020 4:46:40 PM - SOURCE: WFRV-TV and WJMN-TV Green Bay

La Crosse firefighter honored for his commitment to the department, community

The La Crosse Fire Department is honoring one of their own. Firefighter and EMS trainer, Franco Garritano, received the La Crosse Firefighter of the Year Award on Monday. He’s being recognized for over 12 years of commitment to the department and community, but he says the department’s support is what pushes him to be his best.
- PUB DATE: 2/17/2020 4:43:51 PM - SOURCE: WKBT-TV CBS 8 La Crosse

Evansville fire officials: 2 garages considered total loss

The Evansville’s Fire Department responded Friday evening to a garage fire in the 100 block of West Liberty Street. According to a news release, around 9:23 p.m. Evansville firefighters and police officers responded to a call about a two garages on fire located behind the homes on West Liberty and West Church streets.
- PUB DATE: 2/15/2020 3:20:17 PM - SOURCE: WISC-TV Channel 3000.com Madison

Woman suffers life-threatening injuries in Milwaukee fire, suspect sought

Milwaukee police are investigating an arson that occurred early Friday morning, Feb. 13 near 8th and Cherry. The call came in around 3:30 a.m. Police say the victim, a 23-year-old Milwaukee woman, sustained life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. This is an active investigation and Milwaukee Police are seeking a known suspect.
- PUB DATE: 2/14/2020 8:39:05 AM - SOURCE: WITI Fox Channel 6

Firefighters battle fire, bitter cold at home near 19th and Fairmount in Milwaukee

Firefighters on Friday morning, Feb. 14 responded to the scene of separate fires in Milwaukee. Crews were first called out to a house fire near 19th and Fairmount just before 2 a.m. for a house fire. Officials say the house only sustained minor smoke damage. While on scene authorities found a man in his 60’s suffering from minor injuries.
- PUB DATE: 2/14/2020 4:38:01 AM - SOURCE: WITI Fox Channel 6

Streetcar derails in Milwaukee; firefighters get it on track

AFirefighters were called in to help get a derailed Milwaukee streetcar back on track. The streetcar, known as The Hop, derailed Thursday afternoon on Milwaukee's east side. The car remained upright and appeared to be just slightly off the track. One of the Milwaukee Fire Department's heavy rescue units was able to lift the car up and place it back on the tracks using specialized equipment.
- PUB DATE: 2/13/2020 5:44:34 PM - SOURCE: WMTV-TV NBC 15 Madison

Janesville apartment fire averted by sprinklers

A potentially disastrous fire was thwarted by working sprinkler systems late Wednesday night at an apartment building at 221 N. Franklin St., according to Captain John McManus of the Janesville Fire Department. Firefighters responded a call at about 9:18 p.m. Wednesday. McManus said a basket of clothing had started on fire in a closet when the sprinklers kicked in and doused the flames.
- PUB DATE: 2/13/2020 5:03:18 AM - SOURCE: Janesville Gazette

Dryer fire cancels classes at Lineville Intermediate School in Howard

The Howard-Suamico School District decided to cancel classes at Lineville Intermediate School on Thursday following a fire in the building Wednesday night. Teachers and other Lineville staff also should not report to school. According to the school district, the Howard Fire Department responded to an alarm at the school at 2700 Lineville Rd.
- PUB DATE: 2/12/2020 7:42:24 PM - SOURCE: WBAY-TV ABC 2 Green Bay

Fire destroys barn in rural Holmen

Nine area fire departments responded to a barn fire late this afternoon. They were called out just after 4 o’clock to County Road TT in Holmen. Seven of the fire departments went to the scene of the fire, while two of the departments went to the Holmen Fire department to cover any other fire calls. A tractor caught fire inside a barn where hay was stored.
- PUB DATE: 2/11/2020 9:10:16 PM - SOURCE: WKBT-TV CBS 8 La Crosse

South Milwaukee firefighters reunite with dog rescued from Lake Michigan ice shelf

There was a sweet reunion at the South Milwaukee Fire Department Tuesday, Feb. 11. A 12-year-old bulldog named "Tuff" came back to see the firefighters who rescued him. On Jan. 31, Tuff got stranded on an ice shelf near the Lake Michigan shoreline in South Milwaukee. Firefighters were called and they put their professional skills to work, bringing Tuff back to shore.
- PUB DATE: 2/11/2020 3:39:34 PM - SOURCE: WDJT-TV CBS 58 Milwaukee

2 displaced after North Fond du Lac house fire

Fire officials say two people have been displaced following a residential fire late Tuesday morning. According to Fire Chief Jake Flaherty, crews were called to a home on Maine Ave. shortly after 11:30 a.m., and were on the scene for about four hours. Flaherty says a man home at the time was able to safely escape, and his girlfriend wasn't home at the time of the incident.
- PUB DATE: 2/11/2020 2:27:53 PM - SOURCE: WBAY-TV ABC 2 Green Bay

Portage County home a complete loss after fire

A home at 5370 Clarices Circle is a complete loss after a fire Tuesday. The fire started shortly after 10 a.m. in the garage and spread to the house, said Hull Fire Chief Ken Sadogierski. The cause of the fire remains unknown, but Sadogierski said there were several explosions that they believe were from propane tanks or ammunition.
- PUB DATE: 2/11/2020 10:47:36 AM - SOURCE: Stevens Point Journal

Fire damages downtown Eau Claire business

A Monday night fire caused $150,000 damage to The Metro event center, 201 E. Lake St. The Metro is the former home of the Boys & Girls Club of the Greater Chippewa Valley. Smoke was coming from the two-story building when firefighters were called to the business at 10:06 p.m., according to Joe Kelly, batallion chief of the Eau Claire Fire Department.
- PUB DATE: 2/11/2020 5:55:26 AM - SOURCE: Eau Claire Leader-Telegram

Small fire extinguished at Stratford business

An employee was able to put out a small fire at a business in Stratford Monday afternoon. The Stratford Area Fire Department received a call for a fire at the Pro Vision Co-Op Tire Shop shortly after 2 p.m. The fire was reportedly in the walls and when crews arrived on scene they made sure the fire hadn't spread.
- PUB DATE: 2/11/2020 3:43:38 AM - SOURCE: WRIG-AM Fox Sports 1390

Fire burns at Grand Chute business

The Grand Chute Fire Department says a machine at a business caught fire late Sunday night. A caller reported flames and heavy smoke coming from an overhead door on the front of a building on the 500-block of N. Bluemound Dr. just before midnight. Fire crews from Grand Chute, Appleton and Fox Crossing responded and quickly extinguished the fire on a large CNC machine.
- PUB DATE: 2/10/2020 5:53:54 PM - SOURCE: WBAY-TV ABC 2 Green Bay

2 displaced, no injuries during Green Bay house fire

Fire officials say no one was home when a fire broke out on the 1400 block of S. Locust St. late Monday morning. According to the Green Bay Metro Fire Department, crews were called to the home shortly before 11 a.m. When they arrived, officials say smoke was coming from the eaves and roof, and flames were coming from a basement window in the back of the home.
- PUB DATE: 2/10/2020 2:22:40 PM - SOURCE: WBAY-TV ABC 2 Green Bay

Kenosha County first responders credited with saving 2-day-old infant's life

A 2-day old infant's life was likely saved thanks to the actions of a deputy and firefighters, authorities said Monday. Kenosha County Deputies and Salem Fire Department responded to a home on the 6600 block of 236th Avenue on Sunday for reports of a baby not breathing. A 2-day old infant was reportedly not conscious, not breathing and turning blue, according to the Kenosha County Sheriff's Department.
- PUB DATE: 2/10/2020 1:39:06 PM - SOURCE: NBC26

One dead following Clintonville house fire

Clintonville Police say one person is dead following a structure fire near Clintonville Middle School early Monday morning. Officials say crews were dispatched at 2:14 a.m. for a possible fire. Police say there was a language barrier with the caller that made it difficult to obtain information or location.
- PUB DATE: 2/10/2020 5:44:11 AM - SOURCE: WFRV-TV and WJMN-TV Green Bay

Igniting the spirit: Milwaukee firefighter's mission to help fellow firefighters inspires others

Firefighters are known for being there to help in an emergency, but who’s there when firefighters need help? It’s a question one Milwaukee firefighter named Joe Flick has asked himself a lot. It inspired him to launch an organization called Ignite the Spirit Milwaukee. “I do believe we're all kind of cut from the same cloth,” Flick said about his fellow firefighters.
- PUB DATE: 2/9/2020 6:41:09 AM - SOURCE: WDJT-TV CBS 58 Milwaukee

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