In a fire safety wake-up call for Racine residents, a garage fire broke out at 1720 Quincy Ave. on Saturday morning, causing an estimated $25,000 in damage. The Racine Fire Department was quick to respond, effectively controlling the blaze that was likely ignited by a stray ember from a homemade fire pit. - PUB DATE: 9/25/2023 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: Racine County Eye
According to authorities, the Superior Fire Department was dispatched to the report of a structure fire at 1917 E. 6th Street in Superior just after 2:00 a.m. Sunday.
When fire crews arrived on scene, they found a passenger vehicle fire had spread to the exterior siding and into the attic of a two-story residential structure. - PUB DATE: 9/25/2023 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KBJR-TV NBC 6 Duluth
PHOTOS: When Gary Bach tells the story of his late uncle, who died in the line of duty 62 years ago as a Waukesha Police detective, he can still feel the hurt.
Detective George A. Schmidling and other fallen Waukesha service members were honored on Friday at the City of Waukesha’s Public Safety Memorial dedication. - PUB DATE: 9/23/2023 1:00:00 PM - SOURCE: Waukesha Freeman
A Scripps National investigation highlights a national shortage of ambulance chassis is impacting first responders and in Milwaukee County, the manufacturing issues extend further than just ambulances.
“Delays in getting products delivered, getting replacement parts and building fire apparatus has been a challenge,” Assistant Chief Schuyler Belott with the Milwaukee Fire Department said. - PUB DATE: 9/22/2023 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WTMJ-TV NBC 4 Milwaukee
Town officials have hired a veteran firefighter from outside the community to lead a new fire department that will begin serving Norway residents on Oct. 1.
James Mollet, who has nearly 30 years of experience, will lead the Norway Fire Department when the new town organization replaces the Wind Lake Volunteer Fire Company. - PUB DATE: 9/21/2023 2:30:00 AM - SOURCE: Racine Journal Times - Metered Site
PHOTO: Wednesday was a big day for Chilton, as the city held a ceremony to cut the ribbon on a new fire station and break ground on a new police station.
Chilton Mayor Tom Reinl says he was pleased with the results of both projects, which he says won't cost any extra to the city's taxpayers. Mayor Reinl says the new stations will provide more room for both the city's fire and police departments, which he says were in desperate need of a new space. - PUB DATE: 9/21/2023 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WGBA-TV NBC 26 Green Bay
The Milwaukee Fire Department knocked down a sizable chemical fire at an industrial manufacturing facility.
The first calls came in for heavy smoke and fire on Glenbrook Court around 5:30 on Wednesday, Sept. 20.
The Milwaukee Fire Department arrived within minutes to find a two-thousand-gallon drum of oil on fire It was next to several other drums. - PUB DATE: 9/20/2023 9:59:21 PM - SOURCE: WDJT-TV CBS 58 Milwaukee
The Wausau Fire Department has earned accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services for its compliance with national standards of excellence.
The Wausau Fire Department received a perfect score from the Commission. The department will now begin preparations to be re-accredited in 2026. - PUB DATE: 9/20/2023 10:01:15 AM - SOURCE: WSAW-TV CBS 7 Wausau
An investigation is underway by local, state, and federal authorities after one man is killed in a fire Tuesday morning at a Tomah motel.
Fire Chief Tim Adler said firefighters were sent to the Daybreak Inn motel at 215 E. Clifton Street in Tomah at 9:43 a.m.
He said the initial call from dispatch said that there was a single male occupant still inside the building. - PUB DATE: 9/20/2023 12:15:00 AM - SOURCE: WXOW-TV ABC 19 La Crosse
Breast cancer awareness month is October and is still a few weeks away but the fight against breast cancer is a year-round battle. The Rhinelander Fire Department is raising money to fight the cause.
The department is selling T-shirts, long sleeved T-shirts and hoodies to raise money for local families directly affected by breast cancer. - PUB DATE: 9/20/2023 12:15:00 AM - SOURCE: WJFW-TV NBC 12 Rhinelander
VIDEO: Wisconsin has the highest number of fall-related deaths in the country. It’s an important issue to talk about before winter, especially for people over 60, who are at a higher risk of falls.
The Green Bay Metro Fire Department says the number of falls reported every year continues to increase. - PUB DATE: 9/20/2023 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WBAY-TV ABC 2 Green Bay
VIDEO: A hometown fire department was on the receiving end of a new fire engine Tuesday, Sept. 19. The rig is possible because of a state-funded program.
"These local officials are finding pots of money wherever they can to make sure that they can provide the critical services like fire, like police, to keep our community safe, and that’s really what it's all about," said Dan Hereth, secretary of the Department of Safety and Professional Services. - PUB DATE: 9/19/2023 6:38:17 PM - SOURCE: WDJT-TV CBS 58 Milwaukee
The second time was the charm for first responders searching for the cause of elevated carbon monoxide readings at a multi-unit home in Madison early Monday morning.
Firefighters responded to a report of a carbon monoxide alarm sounding at the home in the 900 block of East Johnson Street around 2 a. - PUB DATE: 9/19/2023 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WISC-TV CBS 3 Madison
A fire late Saturday afternoon at an Onalaska apartment building leaves some residents without a place to stay.
The Onalaska Fire Department was sent to 1308 Wilson Street around 5:38 p.m. for reports of smoke both inside and outside the building.
People in the building were evacuating when fire crews arrived. - PUB DATE: 9/18/2023 7:53:00 PM - SOURCE: WXOW-TV ABC 19 La Crosse
VIDEO: First responders dedicate their careers to serving you, but sometimes they need support too.
For 17 years, Adam Kuhs has helped people in their worst moments. He has always been there for you and his colleagues whenever you needed him.
"My job overseeing a large amount of personnel and to be there for them," said the Deputy Director of Operations from Bell Ambulance. - PUB DATE: 9/18/2023 7:07:21 PM - SOURCE: WITI-TV FOX 6 Milwaukee
VIDEO: Although summer is coming to an end, the village of Edgar invited folks out to the ballpark this weekend.
Fire and Police Departments around Marathon County participated in the 9th annual Battle of the Badges softball tournament at Edgar Softball Park.
13 teams took part in the two-day event, and officials say the fun will continue to grow. - PUB DATE: 9/18/2023 12:26:00 AM - SOURCE: WAOW-TV ABC 9 Wausau
Cory Asimus struggled to get to the finish line Sunday but giving up was never even a thought.
The 33-year-old Freedom resident and Appleton firefighter was not only chasing a world record, he was also raising money and awareness for Project Vaspire 316, a cause he cares deeply about.
Asimus finished the Community First Fox Cities Marathon Presented by Miron Construction in an unofficial time of 4 hours, 53 minutes, 7 seconds. - PUB DATE: 9/18/2023 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: The Post-Crescent - Metered Site
VIDEO: Beginning Saturday, a service to help residents with mental health related issues is now being offered seven days a week.
The Madison CARES (Community Alternative Response Emergency Services) program is extending its service to weekends.
The program consists of Madison Fire Department community paramedics and a Journey mental health crisis workers. - PUB DATE: 9/18/2023 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WMTV NBC 15 Madison
VIDEO: The Pulaski fire chief confirms a fire that destroyed two downtown businesses and several apartments was caused by a tree falling on a power line.
Pulaski Tri-County Fire Chief James Styczynski says a crew was cutting down the tree when it fell on the wires, sparking the fire.
At least 20 departments responded to the fire, including Pulaski, Green Bay, Howard, Seymour, and Suamico. - PUB DATE: 9/15/2023 12:44:00 AM - SOURCE: WMTV NBC 15 Madison
VIDEO/PHOTOS: A Greenfield man almost died earlier this year from cardiac arrest; now, he's thanking the men who saved him.
Nick Bourantas said he will never take another day for granted.
A Greenfield man almost died earlier this year from cardiac arrest; now, he's thanking the men who saved him.
Nick Bourantas said he will never take another day for granted. - PUB DATE: 9/14/2023 7:31:14 PM - SOURCE: WITI-TV FOX 6 Milwaukee
