Flames ravage bar, but spare American flag

Firefighters were called Friday morning to battle an intense fire at a bar in Fayette County, Pennsylvania, that destroyed everything but an American flag, officials said.

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The fire was reported shortly before 2 a.m. at Chubboy's, formerly Phil's Nite Club, in Dawson.

Flames ravaged the building as thick smoke billowed into the air.

Credit: WPXI.com

Credit: WPXI.com

"It was through the roof. It was a complete loss from the get-go. There was nothing we could do to save it. The only thing we managed to save was an American flag," firefighter Steve Swiger said.

No injuries have been reported.

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