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Weekend sees four separate structure fires in Chattanooga area

A firefighter works from the top of a ladder while working to put out a fire at Patron Mexican Grill located at 3720 Taft Highway on Monday, March 18, 2019 in Signal Mountain, Tenn.
A firefighter works from the top of a ladder while working to put out a fire at Patron Mexican Grill located at 3720 Taft Highway on Monday, March 18, 2019 in Signal Mountain, Tenn. A firefighter works from the top of a ladder while working to put out a fire at Patron Mexican Grill located at 3720 Taft Highway on Monday, March 18, 2019 in Signal Mountain, Tenn.

By Rosana Hughes 4 min read

Fires across the Chattanooga area over the weekend destroyed two structures and a business and damaged another home.

The most recent happened early Monday morning at Patron Mexican Grill on Taft Highway.

The fire was reported about 6:30 a.m. by a passing motorist who saw heavy smoke coming from the restaurant, according to a statement issued by Hamilton County Emergency Services.

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› Whenever possible, use flashlights or flameless candles.› Keep candles at least one foot away from anything that will burn.› Blow out all candles when you leave the room or go to bed.› Avoid the use of candles in the bedroom and other areas where people may fall asleep.› Never leave a child alone in a room with a burning candle.› Keep matches and lighters up high and out of children’s reach.Source: Chattanooga Fire Department

When Walden’s Ridge Emergency Services arrived, there was fire coming through the roof. More companies from Signal Mountain, Red Bank, Chattanooga, Dallas Bay and Hamilton County Marine and Rescue responded.