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Fire engulfs historic Somerset House in central London with priceless works by Van Gogh and Cezanne at risk
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Multiple fires broke out at Somerset House in central London, with reports of heavy smoke and flames. The London Fire Brigade responded with a large number of firefighters, with some articles stating around 100 and others stating around 125. The cause of the fire is still unknown. The historic building, which contains priceless works of art, was evacuated and closed due to the incident.
Crews are tackling flames located in part of the buildings roof.
Fifteen fire engines and around 100 firefighters have now been sent in response to the fire at Somerset House. Crews are tackling a fire located in part of the building's roof.
sources
- 1.CNA News
- 2.ABC News (Australia)
- 3.The Times of India
- 4.The Guardian
- 5.CNN
- 6.Le Monde
- 7.The Times
- 8.CTV News
- 9.ABC News
- 10.PA news agency
perspectives
countries
organizations
- 1.London Fire Brigade
- 2.Courtauld Gallery
- 3.Catholic Church
- 4.Cortauld Gallery
- 5.King's College London
- 6.Metropolitan Police
- 7.Twitter/X
persons
- 1.Edward Seymour
- 2.Vincent Van Gogh
- 3.Jonathan Reekie
- 4.Queen Elizabeth II
- 5.Peter Paul Rubens
- 6.Alan Robinson
- 7.Édouard Manet
- 8.Michelle Birkby
- 9.Ralph Fiennes
- 10.Tim Burton