Residential fire causes up to $500,000 in damage in southeastern Wisconsin

WATERFORD, Wis. (WFRV) — A residential fire in the town of Waterford on Monday night caused between $400,000 and $500,000 in damage, according to local authorities .

The fire occurred in the 29000 block of Riverview Lane, where flames were seen coming from the living room of a one-and-a-half-story home. Law enforcement from 20 different agencies responded to the blaze, which was reported in a wooded area. Heavy black smoke was visible from miles away.

All occupants were able to evacuate the home safely. Due to the house being fully engulfed in flames, firefighters used a defensive strategy to contain the fire. The age and location of the structure presented additional challenges for the crews.

The fire was brought under control by 11:27 p.m., and the scene was turned over to the Racine County Fire Investigation Task Force. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

The home’s occupants reported four cats inside at the time of the fire. One cat was found deceased, while the other three remain unaccounted for.

No further details have been released.

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