One firefighter suffered minor injuries Monday morning as crews battled a massive three-alarm fire that tore through an IHOP restaurant along Route 17 in Hasbrouck Heights.
The fire broke out around 7 a.m. on the exterior of the roof before heavy flames caused the roof to collapse.
The restaurant was closed at the time, although a few employees were inside preparing to start their shifts. No employees or patrons were injured.
Approximately 60 firefighters responded to the scene after commanders escalated the response to a third alarm.
Traffic along Route 17 in the immediate area faces major disruptions as crews continue working to contain the blaze and secure the perimeter.
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