Posted February 01, 2024 03:07pm
(KNZA)--Hiawatha firefighters responded to a vehicle fire at the Sonic Drive-In restaurant Wednesday evening.
Hiawatha Fire Chief Patrick Sheldon said the fire was reported shortly before 8:30 at the restaurant located at 203 North 1st Street.
Upon arrival, Sheldon said crew's found the engine compartment "fully engulfed."
The fire was brought under control about 10 minutes later.
Sheldon said the fire was kept contained to the engine compartment, with some structural damage sustained to the Sonic building.
No injuries were reported.
Firefighters cleared the scene around 9:30.
Assisting with the response was Squad 48, Town and Country EMS, Hiawatha Police Department and Brown County Sheriff's Department.