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Potawatomi Casino Hotel Evacuated in Milwaukee Fire

Investigators are weighing conflicting early accounts of the cause with no injuries reported.

Overview

  • The fire is under control with no injuries, according to Milwaukee Fire Chief Aaron Lipski.
  • The casino evacuated all guests and staff after smoke filled the area around the property.
  • Customers were directed to nearby Canal Street, and authorities closed the street near the site.
  • Early explanations differ on the origin, with casino officials citing a boiler issue and the fire chief pointing to the HVAC system.
  • Local news crews captured a tall black plume of smoke rising over downtown as firefighters responded.