Lincoln Avenue School fire; investigation findings, demolition update
Lincoln Avenue School fire; investigation findings, demolition update
Mayor Cavalier Johnson, Fire Chief Aaron Lipski, and MPS Superintendent Brenda Cassellius on Monday, Aug. 10 will provide an update on Lincoln Avenue School.
MILWAUKEE - Mayor Cavalier Johnson, Fire Chief Aaron Lipski, and MPS Superintendent Brenda Cassellius on Monday, Aug. 10 will provide an update on Lincoln Avenue School.
During a press briefing at 9 a.m., they will release the findings from the Milwaukee Fire Department's investigation into the June 30 fire that destroyed Lincoln Avenue School.
Lincoln Avenue School fire
What we know:
Milwaukee Fire Department Chief Aaron Lipski will provide an update on the origin and cause of the five-alarm fire that destroyed the 109-year-old facility.
Additionally, city and school leaders will detail plans for the building's demolition, outline support resources for financial recovery, and announce the temporary relocation plan for K3–5th grade students to Casimir Pulaski High School for the upcoming school year.
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Aftermath of fire that destroyed Lincoln Avenue School in Milwaukee
June 30 fire
The backstory:
More than 100 firefighters responded to the five-alarm fire back on Tuesday, June 30.
Milwaukee fire officials say the building is a total loss after both the roof and floor collapsed.
Milwaukee Public Schools officials say the school didn't have sprinklers.
Lincoln Avenue School fire in Milwaukee; no injuries reported
A fire gutted Lincoln Avenue School on Milwaukee's south side Tuesday, June 30, forcing crews out as flames spread through the roof and parts of the building collapsed.
The Source: Information in this post was provided by Milwaukee Public Schools and prior FOX6 News coverage.