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Lincoln Ave School Fire Caused by Human Error | Milwaukee News
The Lincoln Avenue School fire, once suspected to be arson, was traced to a preventable human error: solvents and rags left in trash cans sparked the blaze. Open doors and windows fueled its rapid spread, but video footage helped investigators pinpoint the cause. In response, maintenance staff received urgent retraining, new safety protocols were implemented, and an internal review is underway for potential disciplinary actions. The century-old building is now fully destroyed, with demolition imminent — covered by a $5 million insurance payout, far short of the estimated $50 million needed…
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