The health district dispatched two health inspectors early Friday afternoon “to work closely with the facility staff on reviewing reopening guidelines and processes when disposing of food. Additional inspections from the fire department and building department with the city may be required prior to reopening.”
Credit: Nick Graham
Credit: Nick Graham
UPDATE @ 1:25 p.m.:
The fire at the Fairfield Applebee’s on Pleasant Avenue reportedly started in the restaurant’s HVAC unit.
The Butler County General Health District is on scene, and Fairfield Fire Department Deputy Chief Tom Wagner said it’s anticipated the restaurant will reopen later this afternoon.
“It was more smoke than anything,” he said, adding there’s no structural damage to the restaurant.
The initial call came into Fairfield dispatch at about 11:40 a.m. today.
INITIAL REPORT @12:25 p.m.:
Emergency crews were called late this morning to Applebee’s in Fairfield for a report of a fire.
There was heavy smoke coming from the ceiling and light smoke reported inside the restaurant, according to the department. Fire crews set up a fan to aid in smoke removal.
Assistant Fire Chief Tom Wagner said the restaurant will be closed temporarily due to the smoke from the fire, and the Butler County General Health District has been requested to respond to the restaurant at 5331 Pleasant Ave.
The Journal-News will update this story as more information becomes available.
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