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News Breaking News Smoke from Restaurant Roof Prompts Swift Fire Response

Smoke from Restaurant Roof Prompts Swift Fire Response

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March 13, 2026 | Hobart, IN

Firefighters responded to reports of smoke rising from the roof of a one-story restaurant on March 13. Dispatch records show the incident occurred outside the establishment, resulting in a request for a ladder truck from Portage. Emergency crews reached the scene around 9:37 a.m. to assess and handle the matter.

5502 On Scene of a 1 Story restaurant with smoke from roof; Request Lad from Portage Mutual Aid:Porter County5502 On Scene of a 1 Story restaurant with smoke from roof; Request Lad from Portage Mutual Aid:Porter County

No details on injuries or the smoke's origin are available at this time. Standard investigations into potential fire hazards or structural problems are anticipated.

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