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July 23, 2020
UPDATE: First thank you all for your outpouring of love and support, our community is incredible. As you are probably aware, the John A. Lau building is a complete loss, but fire fighters were able to protect and save the Thunder Bay Theatre building. Here's what we know so far.
THE BUILDING: Luckily none of the building has fire damage, except for the roof. There is water throughout the apartments above the theatre, in the basement and the lobby. Some parts of the ceiling in the apartments have fallen, and there is considerable smoke damage. It appears the auditorium is okay. The roof has had significant damage from water, fire, and coals and a few windows have broken as well.
The insurance adjuster is walking through today to assess the damage. Once the adjuster and inspector go through the building, we will reach out to a cleaning company and a contractor to provide cost estimates to fix any problems, do any repairs, and clean up any smoke and water damage. Once we know what our insurance covers, we will know where we stand financially.
HOUSING: The two tenants and one guest are all safe, with a temporary place to stay. They were able to go in to their apartments to get some of their things yesterday. We are in need of finding lodging for one through August 31st. If you know of a rental or apartment available please feel free to private message us.
ASSISTANCE: Once we know more from our insurance and have cost estimates on damage repair, we will know what we will need going forward. We will continue to keep you all updated and are so grateful to everyone that has reached out to help.
PHOTO CREDIT: Mary Beth Stutzman, CVB
UPDATE: First thank you all for your outpouring of love and support, our community is incredible. As you are probably aware, the John A. Lau building is a complete loss, but fire fighters were able to protect and save the Thunder Bay Theatre building. Here's what we know so far.
THE BUILDING: Luckily none of the building has fire damage, except for the roof. There is water throughout the apartments above the theatre, in the basement and the lobby. Some parts of the ceiling in the apartments have fallen, and there is considerable smoke damage. It appears the auditorium is okay. The roof has had significant damage from water, fire, and coals and a few windows have broken as well.
The insurance adjuster is walking through today to assess the damage. Once the adjuster and inspector go through the building, we will reach out to a cleaning company and a contractor to provide cost estimates to fix any problems, do any repairs, and clean up any smoke and water damage. Once we know what our insurance covers, we will know where we stand financially.
HOUSING: The two tenants and one guest are all safe, with a temporary place to stay. They were able to go in to their apartments to get some of their things yesterday. We are in need of finding lodging for one through August 31st. If you know of a rental or apartment available please feel free to private message us.
ASSISTANCE: Once we know more from our insurance and have cost estimates on damage repair, we will know what we will need going forward. We will continue to keep you all updated and are so grateful to everyone that has reached out to help.
PHOTO CREDIT: Mary Beth Stutzman, CVB
