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Chimney Fire Destroys Cedarburg Home, Officials Report No Injuries

A preliminary investigation points to an accidental chimney origin with no signs of foul play.

Overview

  • Responders were dispatched just after 10:30 p.m. on Jan. 31 to the area of Beechwood Drive and Western Avenue in Cedarburg.
  • Cedarburg Police were first on scene and attempted to extinguish the blaze before fire crews arrived.
  • Multiple local fire departments knocked down the fire after initial suppression efforts failed.
  • Authorities deemed the residence a total loss following the incident.
  • A friend reported a dog died in the fire, a claim not confirmed by officials, and 12 News photos show only parts of the frame still standing.