Homeowner’s DIY Firefighting Backfires | Madison News

A fire erupted on Cass Street Thursday night around 8 PM, but thanks to quick action—both from the homeowner and the La Crosse Fire Department—it was contained fast with no injuries. The real twist? The blaze was allegedly sparked by an “over-the-counter seven-day-to-week-remedy,” a risky DIY fix that fire officials warn can dangerously escalate fires. Authorities are still investigating, but their message is clear: when it comes to fire, leave it to the pros. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/51dc1f39d1043e6d