Crime & Safety

No Injuries in Glenview Ave. Fire Tuesday Morning

Insulation caught on fire while contractors were using a cutting torch at the commercial property in Wauwatosa.

A fire at 949 Glenview Ave. was quickly extinguished by the Wauwatosa Fire Department early Tuesday morning.

The fire started in a two-story commercial building that currently is undergoing demolition work in preparation of a remodel, according to a news release from Assistant Fire Chief Jim Case. Contractors were using a cutting torch to remove the heating system when the paper-wrapped insulation caught on fire.

The damage was contained to 949 Glenview Ave., but a damage is undetermined at this time. No injuries were reported in the fire.

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