Firefighters jumped into the frey within minutes of the report crossing the airwaves.
(Updated 5:20 p.m. to reflect New Hope Eagle Volunteer Fire Company confirmation of key facts.)
Firefighters from three municipalities responded to the report of a fire at Karla’s Restaurant at 5 W. Mechanic St. in New Hope at 3:05 p.m. Thursday. The small conflagration appeared under control by 3:23 p.m., although follow-up activity continued, and no injuries were reported.
A New Hope Eagle Volunteer Fire Company spokesperson confirmed that the “minor” fire occurred the “in the wall and roof area,” leaving Karla’s restaurant undamaged and open for business Thursday evening.
“Thanks to New Hope Eagle, Lambertville, and Midway Fire companies, as well as Central Bucks and Lambertville EMS,” said Kevin McMillen of the Eagle Fire Company.
Lambertvillle firefighters crossed the river, arriving on scene and deploying rapidly.
Midway Volunteer Fire Company arrived to help out.
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