Officials provide update on fire at Brooker T's Cafe
LEXINGTON, NC – The City of Lexington Fire Department responded to a reported fire in Brooker T's Café on Tuesday, September 27. The restaurant sustained significant damage. However, because of the firefighters' quick and effective response, the adjoining businesses only sustained minor smoke damage.
The restaurant was closed at the time of the fire, and there was no one inside when firefighters arrived. Multiple mutual-aid Fire Departments responded to assist. In addition, Lexington
Police Department, Lexington Utilities Water & Natural Gas Departments, Davidson County EMS, Davidson County Fire Marshal's Office, Emergency Management, the Sheriff's Department, and the Davidson County Fire Investigation Task Force responded.
Once firefighters determined the fire was under control, Lexington Fire Marshal's Office, along with the members of the Davidson County Fire Investigation Task Force began investigating the origin and potential cause. Investigators determined the area of origin to be in the dining area near the main entrance. After careful examination of the fire scene, along with relevant reports and interviews, the cause of the fire remains undetermined with investigations indicating accidental in nature.
