Fire temporarily closes Lakewood movie theater

Those seeking to catch a movie over the holiday weekend in Lakewood faced a surprise closure Sunday.

A fire broke out early Sunday morning at the concession area of the AMC Lakewood Theatre, 5721 Main St. SW.

According to officials with West Pierce Fire and Rescue, the fire broke out at 4:30 a.m. Sunday. Two of the concession area’s newer touch screen soda machines caught fire.

Fire officials said the blaze was quickly contained, and damage was limited to the machines and some smoke damage on the walls and ceiling of the area.

A media representative for AMC Theatres told The News Tribune on Monday afternoon that “we estimate it will be mid- to late this week before we are able to open.” Cleanup crews were seen on site Monday.

This story was originally published May 27, 2019 at 11:50 AM.