According to police reports, a vehicle fire occurred in the drive-through lane of a McDonald’s in Randolph, Vermont, on April 27, 2026, around 10:00 a.m. The driver managed to exit the car before it was fully engulfed in flames. The fire spread to a small section of the building, prompting an evacuation of customers and staff.
Multiple fire departments responded promptly and extinguished the blaze without any reported injuries. As a precaution, the McDonald’s restaurant will remain closed until further notice while damage assessments are conducted.
No charges have been filed in connection with the incident, and the cause of the fire is currently under investigation. Authorities stress that all details are preliminary and subject to change as more information becomes available.
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Trooper Stacia Geno of the Royalton Barracks is handling the case, and anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the Vermont State Police.
Source: Vermont State Police
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