Ardecki said the club experienced a similar fire in December when the club's electric meter caught on fire. Gros said the fire in December was caused by a power surge due to lightning in the area. He said both fires are isolated incidents. Gros declined to comment on whether the damage is covered by insurance. Fire trucks lined the street in front of the club.
Firemen carry out a heavy duty fan that was used to clear smoke from the house.
The scene in front of the club at 6330 St. Charles Ave. The Rooter Man van detours between two streetcars to detour around the fire trucks.