Residents rescued, several injured in Milwaukee apartment fire

Published
January 16, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
First floor of the building
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Incident type
Fire

Summary

Vehicle Fire Milwaukee Wisconsin in Milwaukee, Wisconsin: A fire broke out on the first floor of an apartment building in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Firefighters rescued residents trapped by heavy smoke, with four people injured and transported to the hospital. Smoke conditions were severe on the second floor, leading to some residents hanging out of windows. Ladders were used to rescue trapped individuals. No firefighters were injured. The cause is under investigation.

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Milwaukee Hearst Television Named in reporting

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Residents rescued, several injured in Milwaukee apartment fire

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