MD Firefighters Hurt in Bar and Grill Blaze

Three alarms were called for a fire in Loafers Sports Bar and Grill in Catonsville. Reports say three firefighters were hurt at the scene.

By By Cody Boteler

Source Catonsville Times, Ellicott City, Md.

Sept. 1, 2019

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Aug. 30--A fire was reported at Loafers Sports Bar and Grill in Catonsville around 4 p.m. Friday.

Baltimore County officials said heavy black smoke was seen coming from the building with fire showing. The building, on Route 40, was evacuated, officials said online.

Around 4:14 p.m., fire officials said the fire was through the roof and they were calling a second alarm for more support. Command called for third alarm support around 4:55 p.m.

One firefighter was treated for heat exhaustion, officials said.

One witness said she could see the smoke coming from half a mile away. Representatives for the business could not immediately be reached for comment Saturday.

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