Victoria's iconic Spinnakers pub damaged by fire

A fire has damaged Spinnakers Gastro Brewpub in Victoria, B.C.

The popular Victoria watering hole started brewing its own beer in the 1980s and isthe oldest in-house brew pub in Canada.

The Victoria Fire Department saidcrews were on the scene fightingafire Wednesday in the roof of thebuilding in Victoria'sVic West neighbourhood.There were no reports of injuries.

"The guys worked hard today," said batallion chief Bob Jones."We saved the building, so we are happy about that. It was looking a little scary there for a bit."

In a statement on social media, Spinnakers thanked firefighters for containing the blaze.

"No injuries to patrons or staff.We thank everyone for the messages of concern and well wishes," the statement said.

"A sad day for us.Please be patient as restaurant hours will be affected, while we work to restore the damage."