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MFD responds to laundromat fire near Marquette University campus

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MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Fire Department (MFD) responded to laundromat fire near Marquette University's campus Tuesday evening.

It happened at a business around 8:30 p.m. near 16th and Wells.

MFD responds to laundry room fire on Marquette University campus

Video courtesy: Matt Campbell

The Marquette University Police Department said a dryer in a business caught fire and spread to a nearby wall.

All residents of a nearby apartment were evacuated.

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The Milwaukee Fire Department (MFD) responded to laundromat fire near Marquette University's campus Tuesday evening.

Officials tell TMJ4 News that the fire was contained to one room and they conducted overhaul operations.

MFD responds to laundry room fire on Marquette University campus

Video courtesy: Matt Campbell

No injuries were reported during the incident.

Police say residents will be alerted when they can return to the building.

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