Fire Destroys New York Restoration Shop

The fire at B&B Automotive is under investigation by the Tioga County Fire Bureau of Investigation.

The Campville Fire Department, in New York, said it responded to a structure fire at B&B Automotive, Inc. in Weltonville on Wednesday around 7:30 a.m.

The department wrote on Facebook, “Handline operations kept the flames from spreading as the aerial master stream from 301 was set up. Crews battled the blaze, and successfully brought the fire under control.”

The fire resulted in the building being a total loss and is under investigation by the Tioga County Fire Bureau of Investigation, according to a news article from local news station WBNG.

The Candor, Weltonville, Newark Valley fire departments and Candor Emergency Squad also responded.

According to their website, B&B Automotive specializes in antique, classic and muscle car restoration. They've been operating for over 30 years, providing restoration services including body, mechanical, interior, and electrical systems.

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