Fire Closes Bowling Alley on Western Avenue

Crews responded to Strike and Spare, located on the road’s 5700 block. (Courtesy: KFD)

Fire Closes Bowling Alley on Western Avenue

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) A bowling alley on Western Avenue is closed following a fire Wednesday afternoon.

Knoxville Fire Department crews were called to the Strike and Spare in the 5700 block of Western Avenue shortly after noon; they found heavy smoke coming from the building’s roof. Upon entering the building, KFD says crews discovered that the fire was coming from the heating and air system with smoke quickly filling the majority of the building.

Fire officials say the business was open and occupied at the time of the fire, but the building was evacuated quickly and no injuries were reported.

The building has suffered heavy smoke damage throughout and moderate water damage.

Crews responded to Strike and Spare, located on the road’s 5700 block. (Courtesy: KFD)

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