Christie’s Pub has “small flare-up” after dryer rags catch on fire

Emergency crews were on scene after Christie’s Pub started on fire Saturday morning.

Fire crews were called to the Fort Street pub at around 9:46 a.m.

Contrary to unconfirmed reports that a grease fire was the culprit, Victoria Fire Department reported that the fire was caused by rags in a dryer.

Damages are estimated at $1,000, but there was no other major building damage.

Christie’s is open for business as usual today, according to their Facebook page.