Fire tears through Wortley Village cafe, damage estimated at $2 million
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A “stubborn fire” ripped through the Black Walnut Cafe in Wortley Village early Sunday causing an estimated $2 million in damage.
A “stubborn fire” ripped through the Black Walnut Cafe in Wortley Village early Sunday causing an estimated $2 million in damage.
London fire crews responded to the scene around 1:30 a.m. Firefighters worked through the night to put the blaze down.
“Crews continue to overhaul this stubborn fire to try and extinguish hidden fires,” the London Fire Department posted to social media at 8:40 a.m.
Firefighters remain on scene. Residents arae asked to avoid the area of Craig Street and Wortley Road.
There was no one inside the building when the fire broke out and there were no injuries reported.
The heritage building, built in the 1800s cannot be saved. Demolition crews are on scene and have started work to tear it down.
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