Could more have been done? Family questions first responders after fatal shooting; fire chief responds
MILWAUKEE -- Could more have been done?
MFD's hazmat team, DNR officials called out to 12th & Pierce for mercury leak
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Fire Department's hazmat team was called out to the area near 12th and Pierce in Milwaukee on Tuesday evening, December 1st for a mercury leak.The call for this incident came in around 5:00 p.m.MFD officials tell FOX6 News this was a minor leak -- and the scene was turned over to Department of Natural Resources officials for cleanup.Because this leak was minor, hazmat officials didn't have to intervene with the cleanup.It is not believed anyone was injured as a result of this incident.It's unclear what led to the leak.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.
Fire breaks out in second story of home on Milwaukee's south side
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee firefighters were dispatched to a house fire near 11th and Mineral on the city's south side Friday morning, November 27th.Crews responded shortly after 6 p.m. -- and found fire on the second floor of the structure.Nobody was hurt in the fire.The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Fire at home on Milwaukee's south side leads to $70K in damage; no one injured
MILWAUKEE -- Firefighters on Tuesday night, November 24th were called out to the scene of a house fire on Milwaukee's south side.It happened around 11:30 p.m. near 10th and Madison.When crews arrived on scene they alerted the people inside about the flames -- and everyone made it out safely.
Investigation underway after garage fire near 34th & Villard
MILWAUKEE -- An investigation is underway after a fire early Tuesday morning, November 24th on Milwaukee's north side.Firefighters were called out to a garage fire near 34th and Villard just after 1:00 a.m.The fire caused about $40,000 in damage.While the cause is not yet known, officials say it doesn't appear to be suspicious.
"She's bleeding to death!" Chilling 911 calls show help didn't immediately arrive after stabbing
MILWAUKEE -- FOX6 News has obtained chilling 911 calls for help in the case of 60-year-old Barbara Killebrew, who died after she was stabbed repeatedly on June 24th, 2014 near 24th Place and Melvina in Milwaukee.
"It delights me to see this many:" Milwaukee Fire Department, Red Cross receive huge gift
MILWAUKEE -- A small item provides a world of relief.
Warm Up Winter: MFD kicks off project to provide new winter coats for students in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- Some students in Milwaukee will be bundled up warm for the winter, and they have firefighters and you to thank for it.Milwaukee firefighters have been raising money throughout the year to support the "Warm Up Winter" campaign.This past June alone, Milwaukee residents helped the Milwaukee Fire Department raise nearly $115,000.With the money, MFD has purchased new winter coats, which will be handed out to students at 18 schools in the city this year.A kickoff for the project was held Monday, November 9th at Forest Home Avenue School.
Two families helped in wake of fire at Milwaukee townhouse
MILWAUKEE -- The American Red Cross is helping two families after a townhouse went up in flames early Sunday, November 8th.Firefighters were called to the home at 68th and Brentwood around 3 a.m.Officials tell FOX6 News the fire appears to have started in the kitchen.Nobody was hurt.
Firefighters battle possible arson fire at home near 26th & Highland; five left homeless
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee firefighters were battling a house fire in a home near 26th and Highland on Sunday morning, November 1st -- and it's being investigated by MFD's arson investigator.Firefighters were called out to the home around 7:00 a.m.Responding crews found heavy fire on the home's first floor, extending to the second floor and eventually the attic space.Five people -- three adults and two children were able to get out of the home on their own.
Man dies after being pulled from Lake Michigan at McKinley Marina
MILWAUKEE -- A man drowned in Lake Michigan near Milwaukee's McKinley Marina early Sunday morning, November 1st.The Milwaukee Fire Department's dive rescue team was called out to the scene around 2:30 a.m.Officials with the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office tell FOX6 News they were dispatched shortly after 3:30 a.m.We're told the man was wearing a Halloween costume when he went into the water.Once in the water, the man said: "I cannot swim," and fishermen nearby tried to pull the man from the water, officials with the Milwaukee Fire Department say.
MFD, We Energies called out to building near Locust & Humboldt for carbon monoxide leak
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Fire Department has been called out to a building near Locust and Humboldt for a carbon monoxide leak.We're told the 25-story building houses elderly people.The call for this incident came in around 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 28th.Firefighters were working to ventilate the building -- and We Energies was called in to assist with stopping the leak.No injuries have been reported.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.
American Red Cross called out to assist after fire on Servite Drive in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- The American Red Cross on Tuesday night, October 27th was called out to assist after a fire on Servite Drive in Milwaukee.We're told this fire may have involved a vent fan in a bathroom.No injuries have been reported at this time.It is unclear whether anyone has been displaced -- but Red Cross volunteers were responding to the scene.The Red Cross said on Twitter earlier Tuesday volunteers were also dispatched to a fire scene in Oconomowoc, and a fire on Lisbon in Milwaukee.
Is there any connection? Homicide near Cypress & Fond du Lac, and days later, fire at business nearby
MILWAUKEE -- Firefighters on Wednesday morning, October 21st were called out to the scene of a fire at the Jazz Café near Cypress and Fond du Lac.
Fire causes $20K in damage to business near Cypress & Fond du Lac; cause under investigation
MILWAUKEE -- Firefighters on Wednesday morning, October 21st were called out to the scene of a fire at Jazz Café near Cypress and Fond du Lac.
Working smoke detectors save lives: After fatal fire near 44th & Juneau, alarms installed in neighborhood
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the Milwaukee Fire Department are trying to save lives, one home at a time.
Imperial Apts. residents frustrated to learn fire may have been arson; and they're now homeless
MILWAUKEE -- Dozens of people are without a place to stay after a fire at their apartment complex -- and there is even more bad news for residents of the Imperial Apartments on Appleton and Keefe.On Monday, October 19th, residents began the process of trying to recover what they could after the fire Sunday morning, October 18th.
MFD: Firefighter hit by debris, suffers minor injury while battling fire at home near 37th & Scott
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Fire Department officials tell FOX6 News a firefighter suffered a minor injury while battling a fire on Monday afternoon, October 19th.The fire happened near 37th and Scott in Milwaukee around 2:30 p.m.MFD officials say the fire started in the attic of a two-and-a-half-story wood frame home, and caused an estimated $53,000 dollars in damage.No one was home at the time of the fire, and no one has been displaced, as the home is being remodeled.The cause of the fire is under investigation.The firefighter who was injured was hurt by falling debris, MFD officials say.
33-year-old man dies in house fire near 44th & Juneau, cause under investigation
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a fatal house fire that occurred late Saturday night, October 17th.The fire broke out just after 10 p.m. near 44th and Juneau.When the Milwaukee Fire Department arrived on scene, they found a 33-year-old man unresponsive inside the residence.