Emory's Fire Announced as Arson

As many of you have read or heard, Everett Police have announced they have evidence that the Emory's on Silver Lake fire was intentionally set.

You can read the newest update on Emory's on Silver Lake's website, with response to those posting comments accusing Emory himself of setting the fire in order to collect insurance.

In my opinion, and I'm sure some of you will agree, people don't think before they do things, and they definitely don't think about how it will affect others. The Cole Family was devastated about the fire, and have been for the past two months. It's even harder to hear and read that people are accusing them of doing this terrible act. You can't fake all the tears that were shed when this happened! They are glad Everett Police were finally able to make some progress, and now all there is to do is move forward with demolishing and rebuilding the restaurant.

Continued thanks to the community and those who have been there as support. You have truly made an impact, and it is noticed and appreciated.

So now we can look forward to the new Emory's on Silver Lake, and as things update, I will try to keep you informed on this site!

Emory's on Silver Lake Destroyed by Fire

Just after 4:00am on the morning of Monday, November 9, 2009, a 911 call was placed reporting that Emory's on Silver Lake was engulfed in flames. Firefighters and police rushed to the scene, but were unable to save the popular restaurant.

The investigation is still underway, and the cause of the fire has yet to be determined. Emory Cole, the owner of Emory's on Silver Lake, is worried this may be the result of arson after the news of other cases in the Greenwood area.

The Everett Herald posted an estimated $2 million in damages.

Investigators have not released many details, but Cole believes the fire started on the waterfront deck or inside the lounge. Photos taken during the fire from across the lake show the fire overtaking the lounge, then quickly moving toward the dining room and kitchen.

Emory's on Silver Lake is the product of more than 20 years for Cole, and he hopes to have the opportunity to rebuild.

Emory has been contacting local restaurant owners in hopes they can assist the 50+ employees that are now without jobs. Employee assistance funds have also been set up at both Cascade Bank and Citybank.

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The community involvement and support during this time has been truly unbelievable. The Emory's on Silver Lake family greatly appreciates everything that is being done for them! Updates will be posted to this blog as they are received and confirmed.

Emory's can only go up from here, and we can't wait to bring everyone back into our home and family.

Thank you everyone!!!