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Four Main Street Nightlife Venues Destroyed in Salt Lake City Fire

Officials pledge aid for workers and businesses following the fire’s devastation on Main Street.

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Salt Lake City fire: Videos show massive blaze at London Belle Supper Club, Utah (Unsplash - representational image)

Overview

  • A fire erupted Monday evening at London Belle Supper Club and quickly spread to neighboring bars White Horse, Whiskey Street and the restaurant Los Tapatios, destroying all four venues.
  • Three firefighters suffered minor injuries, including a broken ankle, dehydration and smoke inhalation, during the overnight battle with the blaze.
  • Police blocked traffic around Main Street and 300 South and UTA suspended downtown TRAX service as crews contained the fire and began inspections.
  • Property owners and the Downtown Alliance have signaled intent to rebuild the century-old buildings and Mayor Erin Mendenhall’s economic development office will support affected establishments.
  • The cause of the fire remains under investigation, and officials have urged the public to avoid the cordoned three-block radius.