Tuesday April 23rd, 2024 4:15PM

Dahlonega fire ruled accidental

DAHLONEGA - The fire that damaged a popular restaurant just off the Dahlonega Square has been ruled accidental.

Glenn Allen of Georgia Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner Ralph Hudgens' office confirmed at 12:15 p.m. the "accidental" ruling for the fire at Shenanigans Irish Pub.

"Investigators have determined that the fire started in the area of a gas heater in the office of the restaurant," Allen said. "It caused heavy damage to the building."

The early-morning fire was contained to the building.
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