Fire officials in Vermillion County are currently investigating a fire that damaged The Beef House Restaurant and Dinner Theater Monday morning.
The restaurant was closed, however, an electrical fire damaged the building.
According to fire officials, crews were called to the Covington restaurant around 9:30 a.m. because the building was full of smoke.
Upon arrival, firefighters found the building had sustained smoke and water damage. The Indiana State Fire Marshal's Office believes the fire started in a faulty wiring panel.
The fire is under investigation and the Vermillion County health department will inspect the building before it can reopen.
Vermillion County EMA and 911 Director Jimmy Miller told The Parke County Post and GIANT fm WAXI his office had responded to assist with with response and resource management after the Perrysville Volunteer Fire Department requested aid from multiple surrounding agencies.
"Perrysville VFD acted swiftly in containing the fire, minimizing damage to the business," Miller said.
Responsiding agencies included: Perrsyville, Cayuga, Newport, Covington, West Lebanon, Williamsport, Danville (IL) City, Parke County EMS, Vermillion County EMA, Vermillion County Sheriff's Department, Vermillion County Health Department and the State of Indiana Fire Marshals Office.
This is a breaking story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
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