DETROIT (WWJ) -- One of Detroit's most historic dive bars is closed until further notice following a partial building collapse.
Images and videos of Temple Bar in the Cass Corridor hit social media on Friday morning showing portions of the roof and facade of the building in shambles.
Early reports suggest no one was hurt as the building was empty at the time of the collapse.
Authorities closed off the section of Cass Avenue outside the bar, as well as a portion of the intersecting Temple Street, where there is reportedly a small sinkhole. It is not currently known if the sinkhole was responsible in any way for the building's structural damage.
In a statement, David Bell, Director of Detroit's Buildings, Safety Engineering, and Environmental Department, said: "Temple Bar is closed until the owner can provide us an engineer's letter saying that it is safe to occupy. The health, safety and welfare of patrons and citizens is our primary focus."
Temple Bar was first opened in 1927 by the father of George Boukas, who currently owns and operates the establishment after buying it back from different owners in 1988. An anchor for the LGBTQ+ community, the bar is known for featuring local DJs, and is a hot spot for dancing and nightlife in the city.
With the closure, Temple Bar has had to cancel a fundraiser event scheduled for Friday night, as well as a Saturday night dance party, which were meant to coincide with the Movement Electronic Music Festival happening this Memorial Day weekend in Detroit.