Single Fire Destroys Three Houses – Damages Another

Three Milwaukee homes were destroyed and another damaged yesterday in a three-alarm fire near 19th and Burnham on the city’s south side.

Milwaukee fire officials said a 1 year old girl and a 27 year old woman were killed in the blaze.

Officials said wind drove flames between the houses, and a gas leak at one of the houses helped fuel the fire.

Firefighters were warned earlier in the day about the risks associated with the wind.

Several firefighters remined on the scene overnight to make sure there were no flare ups from hot spots.