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The Pretzel Bell restaurant in Ann Arbor, Michigan, has been temporarily closed due to a basement fire. The fire was ignited by a lithium-ion battery for a leaf blower resting on an electrical switch gearbox, causing damage limited to the electrical room. There were no reported injuries, but repairs need to be made to the electrical switch gear before the restaurant can reopen.
Basement Fire Causes Closure of Pretzel Bell Restaurant in Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor’s Pretzel Bell restaurant has been closed due to a basement fire caused by a lithium-ion battery.
The incident occurred on Thursday, July 4, at 10:50 p.m. at the restaurant’s location on the 226 block of South Main Street. The catalyst was a leaf blower battery resting on an electrical switch gearbox, according to officials.
Investigations indicate that the battery likely overheated, sparking the fire. Fortunately, the fire damage was confined to the electrical room.
Damaged electrical switch gear has led to the temporary closure of the popular restaurant until necessary repairs are completed. Officials confirmed that there were no injuries as a result of the fire.
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