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Yahoo
18-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Passerby reports Fond du Lac garage fire, caused by discarded fire pit ashes
FOND DU LAC, Wis. (WFRV) – Authorities say that improperly discarded ashes from a fire pit that was used the night before sparked a garage fire at a Fond du Lac residence on Sunday morning. According to the Fond du Lac Fire Rescue, crews were sent to a report of a garage fire in the 100 block of North Seymour Street around 10:20 a.m. on May 18. The fire was reportedly called in by a passerby who noticed smoke coming from the garage. When crews arrived, they found a detached garage with smoke coming from it. The fire was quickly put out before it could spread to any nearby structures. Multiple agencies work to put out 25-30 acre brush fire in Two Rivers It was noted that the garage and its contents sustained fire and smoke damage, but there were no reported injuries. 'This is a good reminder to properly dispose of ashes and embers in a proper fire-safe container. Ashes and embers from a fire pit can remain hot for several days after a fire,' Fond du Lac Fire Rescue stated in its release. No additional information was provided. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Yahoo
Waupun man faces multiple drug charges after traffic stop in Dodge County
CHESTER, Wis. (WFRV) – A 19-year-old Waupun man was taken into custody Tuesday after a traffic stop led to a series of drug-related charges, according to the Dodge County Sheriff's Office. Authorities say Aaron Montes was stopped for multiple traffic violations and was allegedly found in possession of cocaine. A search warrant was later executed at Montes' residence in the town of Chester, resulting in the seizure of additional drugs, drug paraphernalia, and cash believed to be related to drug activity. Teacher at Kaukauna Catholic school arrested on 10 counts of possession of child pornography According to the sheriff's office, prior investigations revealed Montes had sold cocaine during multiple operations. Court records show Montes faces the following charges: Manufacture/deliver cocaine (more than 1–5 grams) Bail jumping – felony (multiple counts) Manufacture/deliver cocaine (more than 5–15 grams) Manufacture/deliver cocaine (more than 40 grams) Possession with intent to deliver cocaine (more than 15–40 grams) Maintaining a drug trafficking place Possession of THC Possession of cocaine Fond du Lac Fire Rescue installs smoke detectors in apartment after stove fire Montes made a court appearance on Wednesday, where a cash bond was set at $10,000. He is scheduled to return to court for a review hearing on April 30, with a preliminary hearing set for June 1. No additional details were provided. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Fond du Lac Fire Rescue installs smoke detectors in apartment after stove fire
FOND DU LAC, Wis. (WFRV) – After responding to a stove fire in a Fond du Lac apartment on Wednesday evening, crews installed new smoke detectors after clearing the apartment of smoke. Around 5:35 p.m. on Wednesday, April 23, crews with the Fond du Lac Fire Rescue say they were called to a fire in an apartment in the 400 block of North Peters Avenue. UPDATE: Dog dies, homes damaged in Ashwaubenon house fire However, when crews arrived, there was no active fire. Firefighters credited FireStop Rangehood Fire Suppressors that had been installed on a stove, which were activated when the fire began. The FireStop Rangehood Fire Suppressors are small canisters above the stove that release an extinguishing agent to suppress a fire. The damage was contained to only the stove and some nearby cabinets, but without the suppressors, firefighters say the damage would have been much worse. Fire crews then checked for extension and cleared the apartment of smoke. Green Bay Police investigating death after body recovered from East River It was noted that the apartment had no working smoke detectors, so firefighters installed two new smoke detectors in the apartment. Smoke detectors are needed on every floor at a minimum, and should be in every bedroom. They also should be tested regularly to make sure they are still functioning properly. This incident is also a good reminder to never leave any cooking unattended. Fond du Lac Fire Rescue No additional information was provided. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
27-01-2025
- Yahoo
One person hurt in Fond du Lac fire that leaves multiple people without a home
FOND DU LAC, Wis. (WFRV) – Authorities in Fond du Lac say one person is hurt and multiple are without a home following a fire Sunday afternoon. According to a release from the Fond du Lac Fire Rescue, crews responded at 3:37 p.m. to 93 South Bell Street for reports of a fire. 75 Years Later: How the Rockwood Lodge Fire shaped the Packers' legacy Once they arrived on the scene, officials reported seeing heavy fire coming from the back of a two-story duplex. People were said to be home at the time of the fire and both were able to evacuate the building with one of the residents appearing to get hurt in the incident The injured resident was then taken by a private vehicle to the hospital to be treated for burns to the forearm that they suffered while trying to put the fire out. Officials say the fire was brought under control in under an hour with crews having a difficult time extinguishing the fire due to the building's unique layout and numerous enclosed spaces throughout the second-floor apartment and the attic. Officers looking for employee of a Wisconsin Target Distribution Center who threatened coworker with a gun Firefighters state that both residencies inside the home are inhabitable and the occupants will be staying with relatives following the incident. At this time, the fire is still under investigation and crews will be out canvassing the area on Monday to hand out fire safety literature to highlight the importance of smoke detectors in the home. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
