Cat dies from smoke inhalation from house fire in Ripon, significant damage reported
RIPON, Wis. (WFRV) – A cat died from smoke inhalation during a house fire in Ripon on Thursday morning, with the home suffering significant damage.
The Fond du Lac County Sheriff's Office reported that dispatch received a call at 10:24 a.m. regarding smoke at a home located at W13819 Skyline Circle, with black smoke reportedly filling the interior.
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Deputies and fire crews arrived, locating the source of the smoke and containing flames before it spread throughout. The preliminary investigation indicated an electrical fire started in a workshop after a tool reportedly failed while plugged in.
The homeowners were not home; however, a cat inside died from smoke inhalation, while other pets were safely rescued. The rest of the house was significantly damaged by smoke and soot and has been deemed uninhabitable.
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While the fire is not believed to be suspicious, it is under investigation.
No additional details were provided
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