With owners watching on Friday, Sept. 5 at about 6:20 a.m., fire crews continued to douse flames CrossRoads Brewing and Distillery at 508 George St., which burned in the early hours of Friday morning.
Owners chose not to comment at the scene, but did issue a statement on Facebook: "Sad and devastating news this morning ... There’s been a serious fire at CrossRoads downtown. Thank you to the fire crews still working to put it out. We will update with more information as it’s available."
The building is located at the corner of Fifth Avenue and George Street. The business was set to host its annual Street Fest with live music this weekend.
People were being advised to avoid the area as thick smoke filled the air.
By 8 a.m., crews were directing their hoses into the building's interior, where the distillation and brewing vats are located.
More details will be provided as they become available.
