CORYDON, Ind. — Employees said damage caused by an early morning fire leaves them with no choice but to permanently close El Nopalito or 'El Nops' off Old Highway 135 in Corydon, but this may not be the end of the community staple.

Multiple fire departments responded to fire at the restaurant, Saturday morning . According to the Harrison Township Fire Department, the fire started in the kitchen. The cause of the fire has not been specified. Restaurant manager, Raul Velasco said his brother, the main cook, came in to start prepping for the day. He said his brother turned on their equipment and 'something blew up somewhere'.

Credit: Photo: Harrison Township Fire Department

Raul's brother wasn't hurt. He said he's still in shock after seeing the building engulfed in smoke.

"I didn't see

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