City of Madison fire investigators have concluded that a pot of oil left on the stove caused Saturday night’s duplex fire in the 3300 block of Prairie Road. It was the second time firefighters were dispatched to the home that day.
A second fire call to a west side home in the same day has displaced a family of six. City of Madison firefighters were called to two separate incidents at a duplex in the 3300 block of Prairie Road today.
A City of Madison water tank truck rolled over and caught on fire on the westbound beltline this morning. The driver, who was helped out of the truck by a passing motorist, was transported to UW Hospital to be evaluated for possible injuries.
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A quick response by City of Madison Firefighters stopped an exterior fire from burning into a home and causing interior damage late Monday afternoon. When fire crews arrived at 1317 East Mifflin Street they discovered a fire on the home’s exterior…
The recent warmer weather has presented a perfect opportunity to do some spring clean-up around the yard. The City of Madison Fire Department reminds residents of the following fire hazards and burning restrictions:
With the weather beginning to warm up, and the promise of more outdoor activities this weekend, the City of Madison Fire Department has some reminders for residents regarding fire safety and prevention.
Grass Fires
Dried out vegetation is easily…
Madison firefighters responded to two fires yesterday, one at a downtown two-flat apartment building and one at a near east restaurant. Investigators now say both fires were caused by electrical problems.
Firefighters were called to the 400 block of…
An afternoon fire at a 2-story house in downtown Madison caused approximately $60,000 damage. Firefighters were called to the 400 block of West Mifflin St. at 3:14 p.m. When Ladder 1 arrived, crews observed smoke coming from the roof. Engine 1 took…
City of Madison Firefighters were dispatched to a report of a dryer fire in a 60-unit apartment complex at 1459 E. Main Street, the Yahara River View Apartments, around 8:00 am.
An early morning fire at a Burger King restaurant caused approximately $60,000 damage in the kitchen area. Employees were preparing to open for business when they discovered the fire near the deep fryer. An employee tried unsuccessfully to…
A kitchen fire caused approximately $5,000 damage to an east side duplex early Tuesday morning. The resident of 1303 South Thompson Drive was cooking when a pan of oil caught fire on the stove top. While the other occupants of the duplex were…
A day or two gap in the relentless winter of 2013-14 offers an opportunity to maintain safety in and around your home. The City of Madison Fire Department and Madison Gas & Electric have some tips to help you stay safe as the snow continues to…
Rapid, aggressive firefighting held an apartment fire to a single unit this afternoon at Porchlight, Inc., 306 North Brooks Street. Madison firefighters responded to the scene at 2:26 p.m. Upon arrival, Engine Company 4 noted smoke coming from the…
Madison firefighters have left the scene of a stubborn warehouse fire at 314 Atlas Avenue on the city’s east side. A fire crew maintained an overnight fire watch after a daylong battle with fire and ice that began yesterday morning shortly after 6:…
On Thursday, January 30th, City of Madison Firefighters will have the opportunity to perform live training exercises in several houses. Four homes, donated by the Gallina Corporation, are valuable training tools for the department.
The homes…
Madison firefighters remain at the scene of a stubborn warehouse fire at 314 Atlas Avenue on the city’s east side. Crews have struggled with low water pressure, uncertain footing and other challenges posed by the freezing weather.
Crews were called…
Madison Declares a Snow Emergency
The City of Madison has declared a snow emergency. That means that alternate side parking restrictions will be in effect throughout the entire City of Madison including the downtown/isthmus snow emergency zone.
On July 14th, 2007, a fire caused $3.5 million damage to a 41-unit building in the Glacier Hills Apartment complex. The building was a total loss, all of the residents were displaced and one firefighter suffered a hand injury. City of Madison Fire…
