A local culinary staple faced an unexpected mishap last night as fire crews were dispatched to confront a blaze at the Franklin Inn Mexican Restaurant located on Rochester Road in Franklin Park. As reported by WPXI, witnesses nearby saw the telltale signs of an emergency, with light smoke wafting from the establishment's roof before 8 p.m.
Although the flames did not claim any injuries, their origin seemed to be rooted in the restaurant's kitchen. As for the extent of the damage, while the smoke hung lightly above, the toll taken within the confines of the eatery was not immediately clear, as officials have not yet put forth an estimated cost for the repairs.
Further coverage by WTAE illustrated the response effort with photos depicting firefighters scaling the building, a ladder extending toward the smoky grievance. The Allegheny County Fire Marshal responded to the scene to investigate the incident. Fortunately, all patrons and employees had safely evacuated without injury, providing a small relief in what could have been a far more chaotic situation.
The cause of the fire remains uncertain, with both media and fire officials awaiting post-investigation details.
