McDonald’s in Madras damaged by fire, cause under investigation

MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Jefferson County Fire & EMS crews extinguished a structure fire at the McDonald's restaurant in Madras Friday morning. No injuries were reported and firefighters contained the blaze before it could spread throughout the building.

According to the agency, two employees arriving for work discovered smoke coming from the restaurant and called 911. When fire crews arrived on scene, they observed flames visible from the drive-thru window.

Firefighters initiated an interior fire attack through the front entrance of the restaurant. Simultaneously, crews deployed a second hose line to the drive-thru area to combat the visible flames. These efforts stopped the fire from spreading to other parts of the building.

Following the initial knockdown, firefighters conducted salvage and overhaul operations in the damaged sections of the restaurant. Crews also climbed to the roof to check for potential fire extension, but no spread was found.

Personnel remained at the McDonald's for approximately 2 hours to ensure the scene was secure. No injuries were reported among employees or emergency responders during the incident.

Jefferson County Fire & EMS was assisted at the scene by the Oregon State Fire Marshal's Office and the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office.

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. Fire officials have not released a damage estimate for the restaurant.