Fire causes $250K in damage at Slinger Wastewater Treatment Plant

Published August 19, 2026 10:44 AM CDT

The Slinger Wastewater Treatment Plant was damaged by a fire Tuesday night, Aug. 18. 

What we know:

The blaze broke out around 8:30 p.m., prompting a response from the Slinger Fire Department and Lifestar Emergency Medical Services. 

Crews arrived to find flames visible through a roof hatch.

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The fire was largely confined to the attic, though electrical components sustained damage, and the cause remains under investigation.

No employees were onsite, and no injuries were reported.

Damage is estimated at $250,000.

The Source: Information in this post was provided by the Slinger Fire Department. 

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