Fire Prompts Evacuation at Potawatomi Casino
People were evacuated from the Potawatomi Casino in Milwaukee after a fire was reported Saturday. A Potawatomi spokesman said the blaze began after a problem with the casino’s boiler system.
Incident details
The fire prompted an evacuation of the casino floor. The hotel connected to the complex remained open and was not evacuated, officials said.
The casino’s spokesman attributed the incident to a malfunction in the boiler system. No further cause was announced.
Location and street closures
The property sits on Canal Street in Milwaukee. Authorities closed Canal Street near the casino while crews managed the scene.
Traffic disruptions were reported in the immediate area due to the closure.
Current status and coverage
Filmogaz.com will update this report as more information becomes available. Officials provided the initial information through a Potawatomi spokesman.
At this time, the casino evacuation and the Canal Street closure are the confirmed developments.