A reader sends the terrible news:
“Sad morning news. Henry’s Soul Cafe at 17th and U — noted for sweet potato pies — looks to be destroyed by a fire. Several engines responded and U was closed in both directions.”
From @IAFF36 around 6:45am:
“Building Fire – 1704 U St NW – 1-story commercial bldg, smoke showing #DCFD #dctraffic
Update – 1704 U St NW – fire knocked down, checking for extension, searches negative #DCFD”
From @DCPoliceDept at 7:53am:
“UPDATE: The 1600-1800 Blocks of U Street, NW are NOW OPEN “