UPDATE: 10:33 a.m. - March 19, 2025

The Missoula Fire Department is still at the scene of a fire that broke out at the former HuHot restaurant of Brooks Street.

Crews were called out for a report of a structure fire shortly after 5:30 a.m. on Wednesday.

• PHOTOS: Crews battle fire at former HuHot restaurant in Missoula

There's no word yet on what sparked the blaze.
MFD reports that two fire inspectors have been assigned to investigate.

(first report: 7:10 a.m. - March 19, 2025)

Firefighters are battling a Wednesday morning at the former HuHot restaurant on Brooks Street in Missoula.

Numerous fire engines are on the scene and smoke has been seen billowing from the area.

Watch: Video from the scene:

HuHot Mongolian Grill closed its doors in late October of 2023 and the building has been for sale since that time.

Developing story. Check back for updates.