(Buford, Ga., September 11, 2018) – Firefighters responded at 9:37 a.m., to an employee report of a business fire at the Queen of Hearts Antiques & Interiors, located in the 4125 block of Buford Drive, NE in Buford.  The caller to 9-1-1 was the store manager who reported a loud popping sound and smoke inside the business.    

Firefighters arrived to find moderate smoke inside the large retail structure and a smoldering fire in the back-right corner.  The fire was being controlled by the sprinkler suppression system and was quickly extinguished by first-due crews with water-cans.  Firefighters conducted a primary search of the building and worked to clear smoke from the interior.  Per the Fire Investigator, the fire appears accidental and erupted from a neon light display that ignited nearby combustibles.  The cause is believed to be electrical.  There was minor fire damage to contents in the area or origin and smoke and water throughout part of the business.  The store was evacuated when firefighters and police arrived and no injuries were reported.      

EQUIPMENT AT THE SCENE INCLUDED: 1-Ladder Truck, 1-Engine, 2-Squads, 1-Medic Unit, 1-Air & Light Unit, 1-Battalion Chief, 1-District Commander and 1-Fire Investigator