Pennsylvania State Police released a statement on Tuesday after a huge fire destroyed a popular tourist spot in Strasburg, Lancaster County.
The Hershey Farm Restaurant and Inn is a total loss with damage estimated in the millions of dollars. "On 1/10/23 at approximately 1149 hours, troopers from PSP Lancaster and Strasburg Fire Department responded to the Hershey Farms Restaurant and Inn located at 240 Hartman Bridge Rd., Strasburg Township, Lancaster County for a structure fire.
"Upon arrival of first responders, they encountered heavy fire and smoke conditions. Hershey Farms Restaurant and Inn was closed at the time and the building was only occupied by employees. All employees evacuated safely. "Initial reports related to a fire in the roof area of the structure. PSP fire marshals conducted a preliminary fire investigation.