04/07/2026
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family who experienced this tragic loss. We are thankful to be part of the MABAS group and assist the surrounding communities.
At approximately 1:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, the River Falls Fire Department was dispatched by St. Croix County Dispatch to a reported barn fire near County Road M in the Town of Kinnickinnic.
Fire crews arrived to a barn fully engulfed in heavy fire and smoke. Firefighters immediately began suppression efforts and worked diligently to bring the fire under control. Due to the extent of the fire, additional mutual aid resources were requested to assist with firefighting operations.
Crews remained on scene until approximately 6:12 a.m. to complete extinguishment and overhaul operations.
At approximately 6:38 a.m., River Falls Firefighters were dispatched back to the scene for a small rekindle. Firefighters responded promptly and quickly extinguished the additional fire. All units were cleared and returned to service at approximately 7:14 a.m.
There were no injuries to fire personnel or civilians reported during this incident.
The River Falls Fire Department was assisted on scene by:
City of Hudson WI Fire Department
Roberts Warren Fire & Rescue
United Fire & Rescue
Ellsworth Fire Dept.
Prescott Fire Department
St. Joseph Fire and Rescue
Spring Valley Fire Department
Lower Saint Croix Valley Fire Department
MABAS Divison 143
Allina Health Emergency Medical Services
River Falls Police Department
Saint Croix County Sheriff's Department
Saint Croix County Dispatchers
We appreciate the continued support of our mutual aid partners, our firefighters, and our community.
