Firefighters avert disaster as flames engulf vacant restaurant at Oceanside Pier

Crews quickly responded to a fire at the historic Oceanside Pier, originating in a vacant restaurant called Ruby’s Diner. Firefighters arrived promptly and contained the flames to the pier’s hammerhead after battling for about three hours. Significant damage was reported to the restaurant and a neighboring brine box. The United States Coast Guard assisted in the rescue efforts to preserve the nearly 140-year-old pier. The cause of the fire remains unknown, and fortunately, there were no injuries reported. More updates can be found on CBS News.

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