An Alpharetta bagel shop and community staple, BB's Bagels, sustained significant damage after a fire broke out yesterday. Forsyth County fire crews faced the flames, which were fueled by natural gas lines, making the fire particularly challenging to extinguish. The incident, which resulted in no injuries as the building was unoccupied at the time, left the establishment with a future uncertain, and the cause is still under investigation, reported FOX5 Atlanta.
In the wake of the devastation, the owners of BB's Bagels expressed their heartache not only over the loss of their business but for the sudden disruption to their employees' livelihoods. "We are heartbroken for our staff—many of whom have been with us for years," owners shared in a Facebook post. “Overnight, they lost their workplace and their source of income. These are people who have worked hard every day to make BB’s feel like home, and we are determined to take care of them as we rebuild.” In an effort to support the displaced staff, a GoFundMe campaign has been started, intended to help the affected families during this difficult time. This sentiment was captured in coverage from WSB Radio.
“If BB’s has ever been part of your morning routine, your weekend tradition, or just a place that felt like home, please consider helping us bring it back. Thank you for standing by us. With your support, BB’s will be back,” the plea was echoed in the owners' Facebook post, as reported by WSB Radio.
