Fifteen fire engines and around 100 firefighter on Saturday battled fire that broke out at the renowned Somerset House arts center in central London, the London Fire Brigade said.
Sharing a post on X, the London Fire Brigade said: “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.”
“The cause of the fire is not yet known, the fire brigade said in a statement.
Somerset House, situated on the banks of the River Thames, dates back to 1547, originally a royal palace, now serves as a cultural center.
Sharing a post on X, the London Fire Brigade said: “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.”
“The cause of the fire is not yet known, the fire brigade said in a statement.
Somerset House, situated on the banks of the River Thames, dates back to 1547, originally a royal palace, now serves as a cultural center.
Source : Times of India
