Fire destroys business community backing Oceanfront restaurants and T-shirt shop

Following a massive fire that engulfed Atlantic Avenue on Tuesday night, the business community in Resort City is extending its support to those who have lost their livelihoods. The three-alarm fire destroyed two restaurants and a souvenir shop, leaving a heart-wrenching scene along the 26th to 27th Street stretch of Atlantic Avenue.

While there were no casualties, the extent of the damage is unprecedented, according to Deepak Nachnani, president of the Atlantic Avenue Association and a fellow business owner. With over 100 employees displaced and out of work, Nachnani expressed concern for their well-being.

Reflecting on his decades of experience on the Oceanfront, Nachnani stated, "I've never seen such extensive damage occur so rapidly. We immediately came together as a community to determine how we can assist."

Nachnani has been in touch with affected business owners, offering his support as they come to terms with the tragedy. He remains optimistic that the displaced employees can find alternative positions along Atlantic Avenue, as there is a demand for workers during the summer season.

"We are committed to doing everything within our power as a community to help," emphasized Nachnani.

Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the fire, seeking to determine the circumstances that led to the devastating incident.

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