Fatal Camper Fire at Breezy Hill Campground Leaves 1 Dead, 4 Injured

Blaze at Wisconsin campsite claims life of 35-year-old woman, with man and 3 children suffering non-life-threatening injuries.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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A deadly camper fire at Breezy Hill Campground in Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin has left one woman dead and four others injured. The fire, which started in the kitchen area of the camper, claimed the life of a 35-year-old Fond du Lac woman, while a man and three children suffered non-life-threatening injuries and were treated at the scene.

Why it matters

Campground fires can pose serious risks to public safety, especially in remote locations. This tragic incident highlights the importance of fire safety protocols and emergency response procedures at recreational sites to protect visitors. The investigation into the cause of the blaze is ongoing.

The details

According to the Fond du Lac County Sheriff's Office, the fire broke out just before 11 a.m. on Sunday, February 15th at the Breezy Hill Campground. The man and three children were able to escape the camper, but the 35-year-old woman was found deceased inside after firefighters extinguished the blaze, which appeared to have started in the kitchen area.

  • The fire was reported to authorities just before 11 a.m. on Sunday, February 15, 2026.

The players

Fond du Lac County Sheriff's Office

The local law enforcement agency investigating the fatal camper fire.

Eden Fire Department

The fire department that responded to the scene and worked to extinguish the blaze.

City of Fond du Lac Fire Rescue

The fire department that assisted in responding to and extinguishing the camper fire.

American Red Cross

The organization that provided assistance to those affected by the fire at the campground.

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What’s next

The Fond du Lac County Sheriff's Office continues to investigate the cause and circumstances surrounding the fatal camper fire.

The takeaway

This tragic incident serves as a somber reminder of the importance of fire safety protocols and emergency preparedness at recreational sites to protect visitors. The investigation into the cause of the blaze will be crucial in determining how to prevent similar occurrences in the future.