One of the most iconic haunted hotels in America almost burned down on Thursday night.
“The fire was kept to the roof & part of the attic, & didnt spread any further.
Crews are clearing the scene.
‘The Shining’.Warner Brothers/courtesy Everett
The U.S. Forest Service will be conducting the investigation with the help of federal resources.”
Unfortunately, the hotel spirits infect Jack, reigniting his old addictions and turning him against his family.
Interestingly, fire plays a significant role inStephen King’s original novelThe Shining,but not Kubrick’s film.
Danny Lloyd, Lisa Burns, Louise Burns.Warner Brothers/courtesy Everett
Kubrick presents the Overlook in a somewhat surreal way, though.
The 2012 documentaryRoom 237detailed various fan theories and out-there interpretations of the film.
Rest assured, the Timberline Lodge remains standing if you ever want to see the Overlook Hotel for yourself.
According to tweets from local reporters and people on the scene, the damage is acting like limited.
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