news release
“On Sunday, August 10, 2025, at approximately 10:07am, The City of Watertown Fire Department was dispatched to a structure fire at 465 Flower Ave. West-Ives Hill Country Club. Upon arrival, Fire Companies found smoke coming from the clubhouse restaurant, operating as Bad Apple Social. Fire was found in a one-story section adjacent to the kitchen, which contains their walk-in cooler and freezer units. Fire was quickly contained in this section and did not extend into the kitchen, restaurant or pro-shop. After Investigation, it was determined that the cause of the fire was due to carelessly discarded smoking materials which ignited siding low to the ground and then extended into the wall cavity. At this time the golf club remains open, the restaurant will be temporarily closed until repairs are made. The Fire Department was assisted by Watertown Police, Guilfoyle Ambulance, Watertown Water Department and Code Enforcement.”
Battalion Chief A. Denney
