Fire leads to ‘considerable damage’ to Orland Park fast food staple
Pictured is the aftermath of a fire that occurred at Don’s Hot Dogs in Orland Park in the early morning hours Wednesday, July 29. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE ORLAND FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT.
By Jon DePaolis
ORLAND PARK, Ill. — An early morning fire led to “considerable damage” to an Orland Park restaurant, according to the Orland Fire Protection District.
The fire district responded to a fire at Don’s Hot Dogs, 7245 W. 151st St., around 12:45 a.m. Wednesday, July 29, said Orland Fire Protection District spokesperson Ray Hanania.
No injuries were reported.
“Upon arrival, firefighters found heavy fire that broke through the roof,” Hanania said. “Crews began an aggressive attack and the fire was brought under control within an hour.”
Orland Fire Protection District firefighters work to put out a fire at a fast food restaurant in Orland Park Wednesday, July 29. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE ORLAND FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT.
Hanania said the fire district determined the fire began in the rear of the building but the cause of the fire is still under investigation.
“The building sustained considerable damage,” Hanania said.