Dothan’s Zacks’ Family Restaurant engulfed in flames

The restaurant has been a Dothan institution since 2006.
Published: Jul. 16, 2022 at 11:03 PM CDT
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DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - UPDATE - Dianne Whaley tells News4 that the restaurant is closed on Sunday. She says she doesn’t know when they will be able to reopen.

Dothan firefighters are on the scene of Zack’s Family Restaurant on Headland Avenue after a report of smoke visible behind the restaurant.

A fire has been reported at Zack's Family Restaurant in Dothan.
A fire has been reported at Zack's Family Restaurant in Dothan.(WTVY)
Zack's Family Restaurant Fire
Zack's Family Restaurant Fire(WTVY)
Zack's Family Restaurant Fire
Zack's Family Restaurant Fire(WTVY)

Sources tell News4 the fire appeared to have started in the kitchen area. It’s unclear the extent of the damage to the building at this time.

The restaurant first opened in Dothan in 2006. It’s owned by Zack and Dianne Whaley.

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