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No injuries reported in Sparta house fire

PHOTOS: A home suffers extensive damage after a fire Friday morning in Sparta. Fire Chief Mike Arnold said the call came in just before 7 a.m. for the fire at 406 North Court Street. Heavy smoke and fire was coming from the back of the house and roof as crews arrived. Chief Arnold said it took about 30 minutes to bring the fire under control.
- PUB DATE: 10/20/2023 11:43:00 PM - SOURCE: WXOW-TV ABC 19 La Crosse

Kenosha man arrested for arson after boat fire at Racine Reefpoint Marina

VIDEO: A Kenosha man was arrested for arson after a boat fire at Racine's Reefpoint Marina Friday, Oct. 20. According to the Racine County Sheriff's Office, deputies were called to the marina just after 5 a.m. after receiving a call that a boat was engulfed in flames. "It reeks of fire and charcoal, and it really got a lot of damage," said Sheriff's Lt.
- PUB DATE: 10/20/2023 5:28:03 PM - SOURCE: WITI-TV FOX 6 Milwaukee

Stevens Point Fire Fighters Charitable Foundation, Operation Warm to provide over 385 coats to local children

Over 385 Stevens Point children from low-income families will receive brand-new coats courtesy of the Stevens Point Fire Fighters Charitable Foundation. For the eighth consecutive year, the Stevens Point Fire Fighters Charitable Foundation has partnered with Operation Warm, a national nonprofit dedicated to providing warmth, confidence, and hope for children in need.
- PUB DATE: 10/20/2023 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WSAW-TV CBS 7 Wausau

Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Fire Department Premieres Historical Video Trailer

VIDEO/PHOTO: During an Oct. 10 Sister Bay Stories event hosted by the Liberty Grove/Sister Bay Historical Society, Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Fire Chief Chris Hecht premiered a trailer for From Bucket Brigades to Modern Day, an upcoming longform video about the history of the Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Fire Department (SBLGFD.
- PUB DATE: 10/20/2023 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: Door County Pulse

Beaver Dam Fire Captain Wesley Jahnke recognized as First Responder of the Year

VIDEO/PHOTO: State Rep. Mark Born presented Beaver Dam Fire Department Capt. Wesley Jahnke with the 2023 First Responder of the Year award during the Assembly floor session on Tuesday. The Assembly honored Jahnke in a public ceremony with other recipients from across the state. "Wesley embodies the quintessential qualities of a First Responder – compassion, bravery, and sincere dedication," Born, R-Beaver Dam, said in a statement.
- PUB DATE: 10/20/2023 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WISC News - Metered Site

Portage County firefighter retiring after 48 years of service

VIDEO: Matt Schoonover, who some describe as a man of few words, was left mostly speechless Wednesday night, as his colleagues thanked him for 48 years of services to the firefighting profession. "I don't like crowds, I don't like the celebrations and stuff, I like to be behind the scenes and help people out, so this is kind of tough for me," he said.
- PUB DATE: 10/19/2023 5:52:00 AM - SOURCE: WAOW-TV ABC 9 Wausau

Unattended candles causes $60K in damages during Green Bay apartment fire

One person is without a home after an apartment complex fire on Wednesday morning in Green Bay. Shortly after 7:30 a.m., the Green Bay Metro Fire Department responded to a report of alarms activating and the smell of smoke in a 16-unit apartment building on the 2000 block of Sycamore Drive. Upon arrival, firefighters observed smoke coming from the rear roof area of the building.
- PUB DATE: 10/18/2023 11:55:52 PM - SOURCE: WFRV-TV CBS 5 Green Bay

Green Bay Metro Fire Department tests out electric fire truck

VIDEO: You’ve probably noticed more electric cars on our roads in recent years. Now, fire trucks are joining the EV action. The Green Bay Metro Fire Dept. says it’s considering buying one. Tuesday, firefighters took a test drive in a truck they could be taking to calls in the near future. The Vector fire truck is entirely electric and much quieter; there’s no diesel fumes or loud engines.
- PUB DATE: 10/17/2023 10:56:00 PM - SOURCE: WBAY-TV ABC 2 Green Bay

Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Fire Chief Chris Hecht Earns First Responder of the Year Award

Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Fire Chief Chris Hecht was honored Tuesday afternoon on the floor of the Wisconsin State Capitol as the First Assembly District's First Responder of the Year. As a member of the fire department and Door County Emergency Services, Hecht has served his community as a first responder for over 30 years.
- PUB DATE: 10/17/2023 8:45:05 PM - SOURCE: Door County Daily News

Fighting fires, fighting cancer: Milwaukee Fire Department designs t-shirts to support Susan G. Komen Foundation

VIDEO/PHOTOS: According to the Susan G. Komen Foundation, 5,500 people in Wisconsin will be diagnosed with breast cancer just this year. For that reason, many organizations band together in October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, to help battle the disease. Every two years, Milwaukee Fire Department sells t-shirts to benefit Susan G.
- PUB DATE: 10/17/2023 5:33:09 PM - SOURCE: WDJT-TV CBS 58 Milwaukee

Public gets up-close look at Beaver Dam fire training tower

VIDEO/PHOTOS: Beaver Dam’s new fire training facility is used by firefighters almost daily, according to Deputy Fire Chief Lee Smith. On Saturday, community members got a chance to see the inside of the three-story structure. An open house featured the Fire Department’s vehicles as well as the training facility.
- PUB DATE: 10/17/2023 11:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WiscNews - Metered Site

Bed sheets used for massages spontaneously combust, Madison Fire says

VIDEO: Bed sheets were about to catch fire on their own early Saturday morning just as firefighters arrived at a Madison business, according to the fire department. The bundle of sheets had started spontaneously combusting around 2:15 a.m. when firefighters responded to an active alarm at the business, in the 600 block of Grand Canyon Drive, the fire department said in a statement.
- PUB DATE: 10/17/2023 12:29:00 AM - SOURCE: WMTV NBC/CW 15 Madison

Rice Lake Fire Department pursuing purchase of second ambulance

The Rice Lake Fire Department is hoping to acquire a second ambulance at a cost of $280,000 to keep EMS transport service available 24/7, and expand and enhance services. Fire Chief Mike Hover gave a presentation to the City Council on Monday during a budget hearing. Since the EMS transport service started on Nov.
- PUB DATE: 10/17/2023 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: Rice Lake Chronotype

Pine Lake Fire Department receives new AED

The Pine Lake Fire Department received some new equipment earlier this week. Thanks to two grants worth up to $3,000 they were able to receive a new AED. The grants were from the Wisconsin Public Service and Mutual of Wausau Insurance Corporation. Fire Chief Brian Gehrig says it's crucial for their department to have up-to date equipment.
- PUB DATE: 10/16/2023 1:49:00 AM - SOURCE: WJFW-TV NBC 12 Rhinelander

Milkwaukee Fire Department Reopening Station At 13th and Layton

Milwaukee will have a new fire station in 2024. Fire Chief Aaron Lipski announced late Friday afternoon that he intends to reopen Engine 17 at 4653 S. 13th St. The announcement comes as the city debates its 2024 budget. Under the proposed city budget, the budget for the Milwaukee Fire Department (MFD), would increase by $14.
- PUB DATE: 10/16/2023 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: Urban Milwaukee

Onalaska Fire Department hosts open house

The Onalaska Fire Department hosted an open house event on Saturday, inviting residents and families to experience a day filled with excitement, education, and community engagement. For the younger attendees, there were interactive and educational activities. Children had the chance to explore fire trucks and equipment up close, while firefighters patiently answered questions and provided valuable fire safety tips.
- PUB DATE: 10/15/2023 12:26:00 AM - SOURCE: WXOW-TV ABC 19 La Crosse

Howard Fire Department receives $1.2M federal grant

The Howard Fire Department received a federal grant for more than $1,000,000. Chief Dennis Staeven says the grant will allow the department to hire more first responders. “It’s for a little over $1.2 million,” said Staeven. “That grant is going to be used to fund four firefighter positions for a period of the next three years starting in November of this year.
- PUB DATE: 10/13/2023 12:07:00 AM - SOURCE: WFRV-TV CBS 5 Green Bay

Wisconsin K-9 medic class, first responders trained to help partners

VIDEO: Police officers and firefighters help people every day, but a Wisconsin group said they are not always equipped to help their K-9 partners. "The K-9 handlers do train every month," said Lisa Converse with Operational K9 Medical Team of Wisconsin. "They have many hours of training on the job – but not a lot of medical training.
- PUB DATE: 10/12/2023 8:39:00 PM - SOURCE: WITI-TV FOX 6 Milwaukee

Milwaukee Fire Department, families honor the lives of fallen firefighters

VIDEO: Since 1860, there have been 143 firefighters who have lost their lives serving their community. On Thursday, the Milwaukee Fire Department honored those lost with the 27th annual Fallen Firefighter Memorial Recognition. "We weep for our fallen," said Milwaukee Fire Department Chief Aaron Lipski.
- PUB DATE: 10/12/2023 7:06:37 PM - SOURCE: WDJT-TV CBS 58 Milwaukee

Milwaukee firefighters install smoke detectors in homes as part of Fire Prevention Week

VIDEO: It's Fire Prevention Week and the Milwaukee Fire Department (MFD) is bringing their message of fire safety door-to-door in various communities. "It's an opportunity for us to engage with the community. We get to meet our neighbors close to the firehouse, they get to know who we are," said Captain Lorenzo Williams.
- PUB DATE: 10/12/2023 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WTMJ-TV NBC 4 Milwaukee

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