KEY TAKEAWAYS

A massive fire destroyed four iconic Salt Lake bars and restaurants Tuesday night.

The fire, starting at London Belle, caused $5 million in damages.

Salt Lake City is exploring emergency loans and other support for affected businesses and employees.

SALT LAKE CITY — Jason LeCates began to tear up as Salt Lake Fire Division Chief Tony Allred emerged from the Whiskey Street Cocktails & Dining rubble with an American flag that he recovered from the charred bar and restaurant.

LeCates' mind was full. He had just lost the business that he co-owned, along with its sister bar and restaurant, White Horse Spirits & Kitchen. He thought about the impact it would have on his 150 employees, the costs to rebuild and whether insurance would cover his losses, ranging from the structure

See Full Page