Please use extreme caution and avoid burning until conditions improve. Visitors, from left, Vicki Morris, Bruce Topp and Bruce Morris all of Edgerton, Wisconsin, read through an exhibit at the Peshtigo Fire Museum in Peshtigo, Wis., Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2021. There currently isnt room or PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) for more members and there is currently a waiting list to get on the department. The Jack Pine Fire near Necedah in Juneau County burned an estimated 100 acres and was contained by early Thursday. Law enforcement procession for Jeff Halvorsen, Arcadia-Glencoe Fire Chief who passed away last week. Peggy Zahrte and her family were among the evacuees, leaving Wednesday morning after flames went away from their home. There is still active fire along containment lines and on the interior. Six heavy units, four engines, Fire Departments from Fort McCoy, Bangor, Oakdale, West Salem and Warrens, Monroe County Sheriffs Office, State Patrol, along with emergency management are also on scene. No injuries have been reported. You don't have to drive to Waunakee to go to an Eno Vino, but why not? Contributing factors include warm temperatures, low relative humidity and very windy conditions. Todays weather conditions continue to elevate fire danger, including a red flag warning in 38 counties with DNR suspending outdoor burning in the area. KAYLA WOLF, STATE JOURNAL. Click here to download the NBC15 News app or our NBC15 First Alert weather app. DNR officials said the fire's intensity died down in the evening, allowing firefighters to increase containment lines. "We are very thankful for all those who are engaged in fighting the fire and supporting our local community.". In response to these dangerous conditions, Gov. Youve got to be really cautious.. On Wednesday, the DNR said Blackhawk helicopters were making drops to minimize the fires intensity, and firefighters used engines and dozers to build containment lines. Terrain Satellite Forest Service Carto Open Street Map. We carry the leading brands in firearms including Sig Sauer, Glock, Smith & Wesson - as well as leaders in knives and accessories including Baker and SOG. (Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Twitter), Proposed bill threatens future of Wisconsin barn wedding venues, Wisconsin families battling cancer gather after three-year hiatus, MPD looking to identify potential witnesses of Lush Lounge homicide. The fire is burning in oak and pine. Officials say the Arcadia fire began at the north end of Fort McCoy. The Peshtigo Fire Museum stands along Oconto Avenue in Peshtigo, Wisconsin. 417. from $102/night. In an update Friday morning, the agency stated the wildfire was 60% under control, a jump from the previous night, when officials estimated it was only halfway contained. A portrait of Father Peter Pernin hangs on the wall of the Peshtigo Fire Museum. The 3,000-acre Arcadia wildfire that started at Fort McCoy has been extinguished and 100% contained, officials announced on Saturday, April 15. The state patrol is continuing to monitor smoke on Interstate 94 and will shut it down for a second time if visibility or fire conditions warrant it. Peggy Zahrte and her family were among the evacuees, leaving Wednesday morning after flames went away from their home. Earlier estimates of the number of lives lost have been increased as the fire has been more closely studied. It did not say if the wildfire was connected to those burns. In a press release on Friday afternoon, Fort McCoy officials said their efforts "remain focused on identifying and extinguishing hotspots. Three structures were damaged and one shed was lost. Tony Evers declared a state of emergency in Wisconsin. No injuries have been reported. The Trempealeau County sheriff's office says the truck belonging to Arcadia-Glencoe Fire Chief Jeff Halvorsen was found Sunday afternoon in Sawyer County. (The Arcadia Fire) is close to 50% contained, but we will see what happens as the temperature rises (and) the winds pick up this afternoon, Hillstrom cautioned earlier in the day. Gov. FORT MCCOY, Wis. (WMTV) - Significant progress was made by firefighters to contain the Arcadia Fire by Saturday. Fish and Wildlife engine and marsh master, and one correctional camp crew assisted. Many people fled into the river in an attempt to escape the inferno. Arcadia Firearms & Safety currently has in stock over 130 types of firearms including handguns, long-guns, and shotguns for use in our classes. The high risk of wildfires prompted Gov. Located next to the museum, the cemetery is also home to a mass grave filled with the remains of an estimated 350 people who died in the fire but who could not be identified. The DNR, Fort McCoy, the U.S. Forest Service, Wisconsin National Guard, local fire departments and county officials have all responded to the fire. Pauline King, a volunteer docent, gives a tour at the Peshtigo Fire Museum. The Salvation Army was working with residents who need a place to stay temporarily find hotel rooms. Northern Wisconsin is not under high fire risk because of snow cover, and some roads in Bayfield and Sawyer counties were closed Wednesday due to flooding as the heavy snowpack melted in the spring heat wave, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation reported. The latter, which is outside the Army base, dubbed the Arcadia Fire, is burning through a . Recurring recording of NBC News at 6 p.m. Saturday edition. People are also reading Update: Massive wildfire burning in central Wisconsin now mostly contained . Hopefully, those lines will hold and were getting out the resources we can to keep that one under control.. The evacuation center is at the Warrens Community Center, also known as the Cabin, at 601 Pine Street. Image from TMJ4 News. The fire is burning in oak and jack pine. Residents were going to be allowed back in their homes Thursday night, though firefighters were concerned about the wind reactivating the fire. Governor Tony Evers also declared a state of emergency due to the fire danger. Fire crews are making progress by using engines and dozers to build containment lines. The Arcadia fire has burned at least 2,800 acres after starting at Fort McCoy. The high risk of wildfires prompted Gov. Members come from all walks in the community City Council members, Street Department employees, Ashley employees, Pilgrim employees. KAYLA WOLF, STATE JOURNAL. Arcadia-Glencoe Fire Chief Jeff Halvorsen had been. I grabbed my steel toed boots and leather gloves in case we needed to help. "We generally have two seasons when this can happen," she said, "before greenup in the springtime and then before we start getting snow cover in the fall, just because things are getting drier. The DNR tweeted that it responded to 21 wildfires on Wednesday, burning over 2,500 acres. 2023 by Wisconsin Public Radio, a service of the Wisconsin Educational Communications Board and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Call 1-888-936-7463 (TTY Access via relay - 711) from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Visit the 511 webpagefor interstate closure information, Office of Communications connects journalists with DNR experts. He noted two more air assets were coming in to help with the efforts going forward. One house was a complete loss, while firefighters were able to save the others, said Portage Fire Chief Troy Haase. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), . All roads would be open by 7 p.m. Theyre getting run ragged, he said of the firefighters on Wednesday. On Wednesday, Fort McCoy stated it planned to conduct prescribed burns on Wednesday. I grabbed my steel toed boots and leather gloves in case we needed to help. The fire was burning in oak and pine, the DNR said. They also tweeted they are currently managing the 2,800-acre Arcadia Fire under unified command with Fort McCoy. Fire Chief -Tyler Pientok. The fire . and Abbey Ave. to Blueberry Rd., including Archer Rd. Additional information on the Arcadia Fire will be provided when available. Red Flag Warnings are in part determined by the humidity values in certain areas. [email protected] - (715 . Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. "Although northern Wisconsin still has considerable snow cover, the danger is extreme across much of the state today.. The museum houses artifacts and tells the story of the great Peshtigo Fire of 1871. Three structures were damaged and one shed lost. 2,800-acre Arcadia Fire near Fort McCoy nearly halfway contained. A mural of the 1871 fire in Peshtigo adorns the side of Peshtigo Pharmacy on French Street in Peshtigo, Wis., Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2021. He said this is the height of training season, with over 2,000 soldiers coming into the base, and prescribed burns set the conditions for successful training. The purpose of the A-G Fire Department is to protect and preserve life and property in the City of Arcadia and surrounding towns and to promote the prevention of fires and other emergencies through fire safety education. ", "Fort McCoy's utmost concern is the safety of our neighbors and their property," said the press release. All rights reserved. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Exhibits ranging from the Peshtigo Fire of 1871 to classroom and apothecary exhibits showing what life was like in Peshtigo around that time, fill the first floor and basement at the Peshtigo Fire Museum in Peshtigo, Wis., Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2021. Fort McCoy Maj. Gen. Matthew Baker, Commanding General of the 88th Readiness Division, said the cause of the large wildfire remains unknown Thursday night and that there will be an in-depth investigation. For the second day in a row a Red Flag Warning has been issued for most of Wisconsin as atmospheric conditions, gusty winds and dry vegetation have created a significantly higher risk for wildfires than normal. As of 4:45 p.m., Fort McCoy officials said the facility itself was 100% contained and efforts there remain focused on extinguishing hotspots. Fires Legend. 276. from $119/night. The Jack Pine Fire in Juneau County burned an estimated 100 acres Wednesday and is contained, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources said. Baker acknowledged that the military installation was doing prescribed burns Wednesday, noting risk assessments and evaluations were done, and that this wildfire has visibility at the highest levels, including the secretary of the Army. It began Wednesday afternoon. Crews worked overnight as fire activity lessened to lock down the containment lines and check for any potential hotspots. Preventing loss of life and property damage is the main priority at this time. A Wisconsin Historical Society marker in the Fire Cemetery in downtown Peshtigo tells the story of the Peshtigo Fire. The risk is very elevated so thats where the public can help us out, Hillstrom said. According to a. Three structures were damaged and one shed lost. They get it. Officials say the Arcadia fire began at the north end of Fort McCoy. A new evacuation center had opened up to make room for those affected, which is now at the LUNDA Center, located at 405 State Highway 54 in Black River Falls. The 3,092-plus-acre wildfire is 99 . Crews actively fought the fire overnight and operations continue today. New Fire. Our daughters are friends. The Arcadia Fire in Monroe County is currently 46% contained. City of Arcadia, WI | All Rights Reserved | Powered by, (Excerpts taken from Wisconsin Fire Journal Sept/Oct 2016). I grabbed the cat and the stuff that you would, my billfold and what not, Zahrte said. Thirty-seven counties were under extreme fire danger on Friday, April 14, 2023, according to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. That was it!. He did acknowledge that the military installation was doing prescribed burns Wednesday, noting risk assessments and evaluations were done, noting that this wildfire has visibility at the highest levels, including the secretary of the Army. A vast majority of the acres burned through were on base, Hillstrom said, noting about 70 acres was all that was touched off-base. The steep and uneven topography makes it difficult for direct attack on some parts of the fire line, the DNR said. A DNR press release on Friday said an investigation into the cause of the wildlife is being conducted, but cautioned the process will take time. DNR officials explained that the fire touched 3,092 acres, a slight decrease in the estimation of nearly 3,200 after more accurate mapping of the perimeter was completed. Installation officials are working with local and regional fire departments to ascertain the extent of the fire. He noted two more air assets were coming in to help with the efforts going forward. Visit the 511 webpagefor interstate closure information. Aug 24, 2021 Pixabay A body has been found in the search for a Wisconsin fire chief who was reported missing on Aug. 19. The fire is burning in oak and jack pine. You can cancel at any time! Photo courtesy of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. No outdoor fires today. Bespoke footwear can cost up to $10,000 a pair, and the "Hand Made in America" exhibit at UW-Madison shows why. Automated 911 call leads Grant Co. deputies to man trapped under UTV, Wisconsin DNR looking for tips on stolen trout, Nurse-turned-CEO spearheads new Lafayette Co. hospital, MOPD: High speed chase leads to three teens arrested. No injuries have been reported as a result of the wildfire, which has damaged at least three structures and destroyed one shed. Wade Schenk stands on the porch of his home at 150 S. Beebe Ave. in Peshtigo. Copyright 2023 WSAW. of Natural Resources spokesperson indicated. Interactive real-time wildfire and forest fire map for Wisconsin. Sign up now! The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is asking for community help with a particularly fishy crime. The mans phone automatically called police after he failed to make a turn and flipped his UTV, police said. The cause of the wildfire is still under investigation. ARCADIA, Wis. (WKBT) The body located Sunday in a truck driven by Arcadia-Glencoe Fire Chief Jeff Halvorsen apparently was that of Halvorson, who had been missing since Aug. 18. Juneau County Emergency Management posted an evacuation notice, telling people to go to Necedah Veterans Memorial Hall. 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BLACK RIVER FALLS, Wis. (WMTV) The Arcadia fire burning in and around Fort McCoy has torn through 3,000 acres and reached the halfway point of containment, a Department of Natural Resources spokesperson stated in a Thursday night update. No schools or businesses were reported to have closed as a result of the fires at this time. Koele said the helicopters and other air equipment are not able to put the fire out, but they allow crews on the ground to move close enough to extinguish the fire. Tony Evers declared a state of emergency Thursday in response to the elevated wildfire conditions throughout the state as crews battled flames in a number of areas. Campfires, ashes from fireplaces, outdoor grills, smoking, chainsaws, off-road vehicles or other small engines have the potential to throw a spark, ignite a fire and spread quickly. On Thursday, the weather service said that the humidity levels in many counties have dropped to between 18% and 24% and that combined with dry vegetation, 25-30 mph wind gusts and temperatures rising into the high 70s mean the chance for a fire is significantly higher. That was it!. Multiple local and regional agencies have joined Army emergency responders in battling the flames, and a third Blackhawk helicopter flew in Thursday to help the other two arrived the previous day to start dumping water on the two fires that make up the Black River Complex. A statement released by the Fort McCoy Public Affairs Offices says that the. The departments history is prominently displayed in Memorial Park, where a building with windows on three sides displays the departments first motorized engine as well as photos of significant blazes over the years and group photos of department members throughout the years. Hillstrom said resources were available for those were affected. Evacuations in the area were lifted Thursday evening. August 25, 2021 By WIZM staff FILE PHOTO: Arcadia Police SUV. The fire is 99% contained. But, Zahrte added, theyre keeping the car packed just in case they need to evacuate again. Colleen Hilber manages the Wausau group and led the effort in the large blaze. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in conjunction with the National Weather Service, has issued a Red Flag Warning for today, Friday, April 14. . Some DNR resources may remain on the fire pending operational needs identified in the plan. Kathy Engleman, the Salvation Army incident commander for Juneau County, said an elderly group home had already been evacuated when her crew arrived. Campfires, ashes from fireplaces, outdoor grills, smoking, chainsaws, off-road vehicles or other small engines have the potential to throw a spark, ignite a fire and spread quickly. Contact 240 West Huntington Dr. P.O. "Fort McCoy's utmost concern is the safety of . Oct 1914. It's the only structure that survived the devastating and deadly fire. State patrol is monitoring smoke on the interstate and will shut it down again if visibility or fire conditions warrant it. As wind-fed fire raged through town, people fled to the river. For Emergency Dial 911 Fire Chief - Tyler Pientok Membership on the all-volunteer fire department is currently limited to 30. This occurred despite a statewide Red Flag Warning from the National Weather Service and a ban on DNR-issued burn permits. Smoke from the Arcadia Fire closed Interstate 94 until 11 p.m. Wednesday. The fire is 60% contained. MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Wisconsin U.S. An artist's rendering of the Peshtigo Fire, October 8, 1871. The Arcadia Fire is now 77% contained. Artifacts from the home at 150 S. Beebe Ave. in Peshtigo include a charred piece of lumber. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Around two dozen people were evacuated, officials said. In addition to the Blackhawk helicopters, the DNR listed the number of crews that participated in putting down the flames, including eight heavy units, seven engines, one DNR air attack, one County heavy dozer, two USFS engines, one USFW engine and marsh master, and one correctional camp crew. The tabernacle that Father Pernin saved during the Peshtigo Fire in 1871 is on display at the Peshtigo Fire Museum in Peshtigo, Wis., Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2021. Juneau County Emergency Management posted an evacuation notice, telling people to go to Necedah Veterans Memorial Hall. Crews will continue to work overnight when fire activity lessens to secure containment lines and monitor for flare-ups and spot fires. After partially lifting evacuations orders late Friday morning, the rest were rescinded a couple hours later. The order will help the state in rapidly mobilizing the Army National Guards Blackhawk helicopters to the areas of the state in most need of aerial fire suppression resources during the critical spring fire season; this critical period in Wisconsin generally lasts through the month of May. Isadore Knox Jr. will serve on the City Council after being down one vote when he requested a recount. At Gray, our journalists report, write, edit and produce the news content that informs the communities we serve. Fire crews from Necedah, Cutler, Armenia, and Tomah are also working to put out the fire, as well as the US Fish & Wildlife and US Forest Service. Published: April 07, 2023. She said theyre keeping the car packed just in case they need to evacuate again. The departments big event of the year is the annual chicken barbecue and brat fry held on Palm Sunday. Gov. The significant progress made by firefighters to contain the Arcadia Fire accelerated through Friday. Safety is a main concern for ground crews, with a focus on equipment navigating steep slopes and unimproved roads and personnel staying aware of burning and falling hazard trees on the fire line. The cause of the wildfire is still under investigation. Three counties in northwestern Wisconsin and 12 counties in the northeastern region are under very high fire danger. The Southwest District Incident Management Team has been activated and, under a unified command partnership with Fort McCoy, has set up the command post at the Black River Falls DNR center. The DNR and Fort McCoy on Thursday were still managing the roughly 2,980-acre Arcadia Fire that closed highways in Monroe County. There is never a problem getting enough guys to come to a call. According to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, the fire is 48% contained. The Wisconsin DNR said that the Arcadia Fire is about 46 percent contained as of approximately 3 p.m. Thursday afternoon. Through Wednesday evening, two Blackhawk helicopters with the Wisconsin National Guard had been making bucket drops to slow the spread of the fire. Courtesy of the Wisconsin DNR. 32. DNR spokesperson Mike Hillstrom said an additional 85 structures were threatened by the path of the fire and more evacuations occurred. Regardless of how much snow fell in winter, a few days of hot, dry and windy weather in early spring will dry out vegetation, providing fuel t. This comes after the more than 3,000-acre Arcadia . ARCADIA, Wis. (WSAW) - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources fire crews and local agencies are still on the scene of a roughly 2,800-acre wildfire in Jackson County. A red flag warning was in effect again for the southern two-thirds of Wisconsin through 8 p.m. Thursday, the National Weather Service and DNR said. Five buildings were destroyed, according to the American Red Cross. Eau Claire, WI 54701 (715) 835-1313; Public Inspection File. The tabernacle, which held the host and a chalice, was found days after the fire floating in the river. Late last week, the Trempealeau County Sheriff's Office notified the public that the Arcadia fire chief had gone missing. The DNR update indicated the fire tore through about 2,980 acres. Officials say the Arcadia fire began at the north end of Fort McCoy. "The terrain at Fort McCoy is extremely steep and rough terrain, so there's been some challenges related to getting some of our suppression equipment in the area," said Catherine Koele, wildfire prevention specialist for the DNR. Arcadia-Glencoe Fire Chief Jeff Halvorsen, 53, of Arcadia, was reported missing on Aug. 19. FORT MCCOY, Wis. (WMTV) Significant progress was made by firefighters to contain the Arcadia Fire by Saturday. For questions or comments, contact WPRs Audience Services at 1-800-747-7444, email [email protected] or use our Listener Feedback form. High fire risk is expected to continue Friday, with similar weather forecast, before showers and thunderstorms are expected to roll in Saturday and Saturday night, and temperatures plunge to a high below 50 on Sunday. At Gray, our journalists report, write, edit and produce the news content that informs the communities we serve. Fire crews from Necedah, Cutler, Armenia, and Tomah are also working to put out the fire, as well as the US Fish & Wildlife and US Forest Service. This comes as a 100-acre fire in Juneau County forced individuals to evacuate on Wednesday before finally being contained Thursday morning. They credited the overnight increase to the crews who worked in the dark to secure existing containment lines and build new ones around the fire lines. On Friday, 37 counties in western, central and southern Wisconsin were under extreme fire danger. Hillstrom said resources were available for those were affected. A. The Salvation Army was working with residents who need a place to stay temporarily find hotel rooms. The weather service recommends that you extinguish all outdoor fires properly and drown fires with plenty of water to make sure everything is cold to the touch. The DNR urges extreme caution and asks residents to avoid burning until conditions improve. By Thursday morning, nearly 80 wildfires had broken out this week as state officials warned of critical fire dangers for much of Wisconsin. The fire began on Fort McCoy's north end. While rain won't extinguish the blaze, Koele said it should diminish the fire's intensity. Baker explained that prescribed burns had been happening all week at the military installation. We have heavy dozers so like bulldozers that are out there, kind of scraping dirt to create lines so the fire doesnt burn across those, Hillstrom added. DNR says 3,000 acre wildfire 46% contained | News | wxow.com Skip to main . 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