Calgary Fire Department Responds to Beltline Fire

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At around 1:40am fire crews responded to the 700 block of 10 AV SW for a building fire at a commercial restaurant. On arrival fire crew saw visible flames and smoke coming from the rear exterior deck and fire extending along the outside of the building. Fire crews deployed a hose line in the alley and quickly knocked down the fire. A total of 11 fire apparatus and 32 firefighters attended the scene. Fire crews found a locked storage area under the deck and broke a lock to gain entry to verify that there were no signs of fire. Heat and fire extension are believed to have broken the windows on the rear of the building, resulting in extensive damage to a washroom and private dining room. Damages are estimated to be between $200,000-$300,000. The fire was knocked down before extending into the kitchen and main dining area. Fire crews completed a search of the building and there were no occupants found. One firefighter sustained a minor injury while gaining entry to the building and was provided first aid on scene. ATCO gas attended and shut off gas to the building and power was shut off at the main panel. Fire crews used thermal imaging cameras to check for extension of fire. There were no signs of extension or structural damage.

A CFD Fire Investigator attended the scene and confirmed the fire appears to have originated at the rear of the building and on the deck area. The building was left in the care of the owner, and no fire watch crews were required. A second fire investigator is continuing the investigation during daylight.

Anyone with any information, photos or video prior to the arrival of fire crews are asked to please email piofire@calgary.ca