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Smoky Fire Closes Route 46 Popeyes

Firefighters doused an overnight blaze Thursday at the Popeyes Louisiana Chicken restaurant on westbound Route 46 in Lodi.

The smoky fire broke out in the kitchen shortly before 1 a.m. Oct. 19, roughly two hours after closing time.

Firefighters had it under control within a half hour. 

No injuries were reported.

Firefighters doused the Popeyes blaze on Route 46 in Lodi in just under a half hour.

Mark Adamczyk

Mutual aid was provided by firefighters from Saddle Brook, Maywood and Rochelle Park.

The County Wide Emergency Response Team provided canteen services.

The fire was contained to the kitchen at the Popeyes on westbound Route 46 in Lodi.

Damien Danis for DAILY VOICE

An official cause wasn't immediately reported. 

It was also too soon to tell how long the fast-food restaurant would be closed.

No injuries were reported.

Damien Danis for DAILY VOICE

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