Fire Damages Green Bay Garage, Home

Green Bay firefighters contained a garage fire after a downed power line was found in the backyard of the house.

Updated on Nov. 3, 2026 in Accidents

Green Bay Metro Fire Department responded to a house fire shortly after 5:00 p.m. on November 2, 2026, where a garage was fully engulfed in flames. Firefighters stopped the fire from spreading, and no injuries were reported.

Why it matters

The fire displaced residents, and the American Red Cross is assisting them. A downed power line found in the backyard adds a potential electrical hazard for the neighborhood.

The fire response has concluded with no injuries reported, and the cause remains undetermined. Investigators have not yet identified how the fire started.

The players

Green Bay Metro Fire Department

The municipal fire department serving Green Bay, Wisconsin, responsible for fire suppression and emergency response in the city.

Wisconsin Public Service

A regulated electric and natural gas utility serving northeastern Wisconsin, which removed the energized power line at the scene.

American Red Cross

A nonprofit humanitarian organization that provides disaster relief, including shelter and assistance for displaced residents.

The details

A downed power line was found in the backyard of the burned house, and Wisconsin Public Service arrived to remove the energized line. Firefighters prevented the blaze from spreading to nearby properties.

November 2, 2026, shortly after 5:00 p.m.: Green Bay Metro Fire Department responds to the house fire.

Legal Context

Fires involving downed or energized power lines fall into a category that fire investigators routinely examine for electrical causation. Investigators will determine whether the line contributed to the fire before any cause is assigned.

Residents near the affected properties should avoid downed power lines and report any sightings to utility providers. Households affected by smoke or fire damage may seek temporary shelter assistance through the American Red Cross.

The takeaway

Downed power lines pose serious hazards, so keep a safe distance and call the utility immediately if one is spotted. Confirm your home's smoke alarms are working to improve early warning during a fire.