3 days ago
Multiple fire departments respond to Washtenaw County barn fire
Shooting near a Detroit high school; Detroit Grand Prix weekend begins; and more top stories
Shooting near a Detroit high school; Detroit Grand Prix weekend begins; and more top stories
Shooting near a Detroit high school; Detroit Grand Prix weekend begins; and more top stories
Multiple fire departments were called to a barn fire in Washtenaw County, Michigan, given the remote location of the scene and lack of fire hydrant connections.
The Lyon Township Fire Department, which led the response, said the barn fire was reported about 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in the Deer Creek subdivision. Smoke and flames were visible through the roof when they arrived.
"Due to the area lacking fire hydrants, LTFD requested mutual aid from multiple departments," the report said.
Those assisting on the scene included South Lyon Fire, Salem Township Fire, Green Oak Township Fire, Brighton Area Fire, Wixom Fire, Novi Fire, Milford Fire, Highland Township Fire, Commerce Township Fire, Northfield Township Fire, Northville Township and Franklin Fire.
Hamburg Township Fire Department provided backup support to cover Northfield Township.
Scenes from a barn fire May 28, 2025, in Washtenaw County, Michigan.
Lyon Township Fire Department
No injuries were reported.