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Don's Hot Dogs destroyed by fire Wednesday July 29, 2020. Photo courtesy of the Orland Fire Protection District

Popular hotdog restaurant, Don’s in Orland Park, destroyed by fire

Posted on July 29, 2020July 5, 2021 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Popular hotdog restaurant, Don’s in Orland Park, destroyed by fire
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Popular hot dog restaurant, Don’s in Orland Park, damaged by fire

The Orland Fire Protection District responded to a 911 report of a structure fire at Don’s Hot Dogs located at 7245 W. 151st Street in Orland Park early Wednesday morning. 

Upon arrival,  firefighters found heavy fire that broke through the roof. Crews began an aggressive attack and the fire was brought under control within an hour. 
Firefighters determined that the fire started in the rear of the small fast-food service building. The cause of the fire is under investigation. 
No one was injured. The building sustained considerable damage.
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Click here to video the 41 minute drone video of the fire.
Photos of the fire courtesy of the Orland Fire Protection District
Don's Hot Dogs destroyed by fire Wednesday July 29, 2020. Photo courtesy of the Orland Fire Protection District
Don’s Hot Dogs destroyed by fire Wednesday July 29, 2020. Photo courtesy of the Orland Fire Protection District

 

Don's Hot Dogs destroyed by fire Wednesday July 29, 2020. Photo courtesy of the Orland Fire Protection District
Don’s Hot Dogs destroyed by fire Wednesday July 29, 2020. Photo courtesy of the Orland Fire Protection District

 

Don's Hot Dogs destroyed by fire Wednesday July 29, 2020. Photo courtesy of the Orland Fire Protection District
Don’s Hot Dogs destroyed by fire Wednesday July 29, 2020. Photo courtesy of the Orland Fire Protection District

 

Don's Hot Dogs destroyed by fire Wednesday July 29, 2020. Photo courtesy of the Orland Fire Protection District
Don’s Hot Dogs destroyed by fire Wednesday July 29, 2020. Photo courtesy of the Orland Fire Protection District

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