Edmonds Restaurant Heavily Damaged in Early Morning Fire

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  • calendar_today October 20, 2026

Fire Breaks Out at Edmonds Restaurant

An early morning fire on Saturday caused significant damage to Gyro Makers, a restaurant located on Edmonds Way in Edmonds, Washington. The incident occurred at the Westgate Village commercial center.

Initial Response to the Edmonds Fire

According to South County Fire, firefighters were dispatched around 5:45 a.m. after a caller reported the smell of smoke near the 1000 block of Edmonds Way in the Westgate neighborhood. At first, fire and smoke were not visible from the street, but firefighters searching the area noticed condensation on the restaurant's windows.

Firefighters Contain the Westgate Fire

When firefighters entered Gyro Makers, they were met with heavy smoke and an active fire inside the otherwise unoccupied business. The response was swift: fire crews contained and knocked down the blaze in less than ten minutes. Additional responding crews worked to prevent the fire from spreading to other businesses in the shopping center.

Extent of the Edmonds Restaurant Fire Damage

South County Fire reported that Gyro Makers sustained heavy damage as a result of the fire. An adjacent business also sustained moderate damage. The prompt action taken by at least three dozen firefighters from 16 different units—including mutual aid from the Shoreline Fire Department—helped limit the spread of the commercial fire.

Firefighters' Efforts and Safety

One firefighter was evaluated for injuries at the scene but was able to return to duty. No other injuries were reported in connection with the edmonds restaurant fire, according to South County Fire.

Investigation Underway into Edmonds Way Fire

The cause of the fire at Gyro Makers remains under investigation by South County Fire. Details regarding the origins of the blaze have not yet been released.

For further updates on the edmonds fire and its impact on local businesses, inquiries can be directed to South County Fire or local authorities leading the fire investigation.

Source: heraldnet.com.