Two families displaced after Fond du Lac apartment fire

The City of Fond du Lac Fire and Rescue were dispatched to an apartment fire Wednesday night, March 12, 2025.

Just after 8 PM, crews responded to a report of a structure fire at 171 S Royal Avenue in the City of Fond du Lac. Upon arrival, crews found smoke coming from the attic and second story of the 16-unit apartment complex.

Firefighters were able to quickly knock the fire down, but not before it caused extensive damage to the kitchen of the second story apartment. The department says the apartment below the fire also sustained water damage.

Investigators remained on scene to determine the cause of the fire, and its believed a stove that was left on was likely a contributing factor.

Three adult residents and one infant displaced by the fire, are staying with relatives, as well as one family from the lower apartment. All other residents were allowed to return to their apartments.

No injuries were reported on the scene by residents or responding emergency personnel.