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Fire breaks out at North Texas barbecue restaurant, causes total loss

A fire broke out around midnight Wednesday at Fire for the Lord BBQ in Greenville after the restaurant closed. The fire occurred in the back corner near firewood, smokers and ashes, destroying the restaurant. No one was hurt. The cause is under investigation by the City of Greenville Fire-Rescue Department.

Where
Greenville, Hunt County
When
Around midnight Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026
Sources
Reported by 2 outlets

Counties: Hunt

Taxes and money

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Who's involved

  • Angel EspinozaOwner of Fire for the Lord BBQ
  • City of Greenville Fire-Rescue DepartmentInvestigating the fire

The facts

  • Fire broke out around midnight Wednesday in back corner near firewood, smokers and ashes.2
  • Restaurant was a total loss; no one was hurt.2
  • Fire for the Lord BBQ opened less than two years ago in former Ernie's Pit Barbeque space at 8707 Wesley St.2
  • Two propane tanks were near the fire but did not explode.2
  • City of Greenville Fire-Rescue Department is investigating the fire cause.2
  • Owner plans to operate food truck while restaurant damage is assessed.2

Who said what

These are statements and claims made by the people involved. They are reported, not verified.

  • Angel Espinoza The fire is a mystery; cause remains unknown.2
  • Angel Espinoza Fire could have been worse; trusted God and treating business as ministry.2

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  • The Warehouse in Paxton announces reopening date after fire

    WCIA.com

  • Reopening date unclear for North Texas barbecue joint after fire

    Chron

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  1. The Warehouse in Paxton announces reopening date after fire WCIA.com Not rated, October 16, 2026
  2. Reopening date unclear for North Texas barbecue joint after fire Chron Not rated, October 16, 2026

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