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Grease Fire Erupts at 'The Pub' in Morris; Nearby Streets Closed
MORRIS — A sudden grease fire erupted at "The Pub," a popular restaurant connected to the Quality Inn, around 1:30 p.m. on Saturday. The Morris
By Country Herald Police Reports · 2023-10-14T19:06:37.000Z
Emergency Response in Downtown Morris A sudden grease fire erupted at "The Pub," a popular restaurant connected to the Quality Inn, around 1:30 p.m. on Saturday. The Morris Fire Department arrived on the scene shortly after the call to find smoke billowing from the kitchen area.
As a precaution, local law enforcement closed nearby streets, including sections of the main thoroughfare, to allow emergency vehicles clear access to the building. Business owners and customers were evacuated safely, and no major injuries have been reported at this time.
Authorities are expected to provide an update on the extent of the damage and the timeline for reopening the affected streets later this evening.