Commercial Property Fire Reported in West Bend, Wisconsin

Firefighters from multiple departments responded to the blaze on Hron Road.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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On February 14, 2026, the Washington County Sheriff's Office received multiple reports of a commercial property fire in the Town of West Bend, Wisconsin. Deputies and the West Bend Fire Department were dispatched to the scene, where they found heavy smoke and visible flames coming from the building. The fire was extinguished by interior crews, but the building required extensive ventilation due to the heavy smoke. There were no injuries reported, and the cause of the fire remains under investigation.

Why it matters

Commercial property fires can cause significant damage and disruption to local businesses and communities. This incident highlights the importance of effective emergency response and fire prevention measures in the West Bend area.

The details

When first responders arrived, they found heavy smoke and visible flames coming from a doorway of the commercial building on Hron Road. The West Bend Fire Department upgraded the response to a MABAS 1st Box level, and firefighters from several surrounding departments assisted in extinguishing the blaze. The fire was contained to the northern portion of the building, and no injuries were reported.

  • The fire was reported to the Washington County Sheriff's Office on February 14, 2026.
  • Firefighters responded and extinguished the fire on the same day.

The players

Washington County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that received the initial reports of the fire and dispatched deputies to the scene.

West Bend Fire Department

The primary fire department that responded to the incident and led the firefighting efforts.

Jackson, Kewaskum, St. Lawrence, Newburg, Allenton, Boltonville and Hartford Fire Departments

The assisting fire departments that provided support in extinguishing the blaze.

West Bend Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that provided support during the incident.

WE Energies

The utility company that responded to the scene to assist with the emergency response.

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What’s next

The cause of the fire remains under investigation, and authorities will continue to work to determine the origin and circumstances surrounding the incident.

The takeaway

This commercial property fire in West Bend highlights the importance of effective emergency response and coordination between local fire departments and law enforcement agencies to protect businesses and communities from the devastating impacts of such incidents.