House Fire

Posted on 03/05/2024

Date: 3/5/2024
Case: House Fire 24-7821
Authority: Sgt. Brandon Hood

On March 4, 2024 at approximately 9:56 pm, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a house fire at a single family residence in the 9200 block of Orchard Valley Road in the Town of Farmington. The fire was reported by the property owner. The caller advised there was fire that was spreading in the residence from the gas fireplace.

Deputies with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene along with the Boltonville Fire Department. The Boltonville Fire Department was also assisted by the Beechwood, Silver Creek, and Kewaskum Fire Departments.

Orchard Valley Road was closed for approximately one and a half hours during the investigation and firefighting operation.

There were no injuries to the occupants or any personnel on scene as a result of the fire. The residence sustained moderate damage due to the fire, smoke, and water. Preliminary damage estimates were believed to be between $150,000 and 200,000.

Early indication points to the origin of the fire being a lightning strike to the gas meter.