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South Minneapolis pizza restaurant hit by early morning roof fire, closed till futher notice
By Sabrina Salguero Del Cid at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 11, 2026
· 1 min read
Firefighters put out a fire in the roof of a restaurant in South Minneapolis early Saturday morning.
The Minneapolis Fire Department said crews responded around 6:45 a.m. to Jakeeno’s Pizza and Pasta located on Chicago Avenue for reports of smoke. Fire officials said the business was closed wh...
Key takeaway The Minneapolis Fire Department said crews responded around 6:45 a.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The early morning roof fire at Jakeeno's Pizza and Pasta in South Minneapolis raises concerns about the potential impact on the local business community. Chicago Avenue, where the restaurant is located, is a vibrant commercial corridor that relies on small businesses like Jakeeno's to attract customers and drive economic activity. Fortunately, the quick response by the Minneapolis Fire Department prevented the fire from spreading and minimized damage to the building. As the investigation into the cause of the fire continues, the community will be watching to see how Jakeeno's recovers and whether the restaurant will be able to reopen quickly. The incident also highlights the importance of regular fire safety inspections and maintenance for businesses, particularly those with complex roof structures like restaurants. With no injuries reported, the focus now shifts to supporting the business and its employees as they work to get back to normal operations.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 11, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Firefighters put out a fire in the roof of a restaurant in South Minneapolis early Saturday morning.
The Minneapolis Fire Department said crews responded around 6:45 a.m. to Jakeeno’s Pizza and Pasta located on Chicago Avenue for reports of smoke. Fire officials said the business was closed wh...
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