A fire that broke out in the spire of the medieval Rouen Cathedral in northern France on Thursday was quickly controlled by firefighters. The Gothic cathedral, famous for its depiction in paintings by impressionist Claude Monet, was evacuated, and a security perimeter was established.
A fire that broke out in the spire of the medieval Rouen Cathedral in northern France on Thursday was quickly extinguished by firefighters within 90 minutes. The fire, which started in a spire under renovation, was contained to an area made mostly of metal, minimizing the risk of spreading.
Fire at Rouen Cathedral Quickly Extinguished
Witnesses reported seeing smoke emanating from the spire, recalling the devastating fire that ravaged Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris in 2019. However, the Rouen Cathedral fire was contained much more swiftly, thanks to the prompt response of construction workers and firefighters.
The cathedral was evacuated, and a security perimeter was put in place as firefighters worked to extinguish the blaze. The cause of the fire is under investigation, but it is believed to have been accidental.
Fire at Rouen Cathedral Quickly Extinguished
The Rouen Cathedral, a magnificent Gothic structure, is well-known for its series of paintings by impressionist Claude Monet. The cathedral is a major landmark in the city of Rouen, located in the Normandy region of France.
Meanwhile, the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, which suffered extensive damage in a devastating fire in 2019, is scheduled to reopen in December after an unprecedented reconstruction effort. The cause of the Notre Dame fire was also deemed accidental.
Fire at Rouen Cathedral Quickly Extinguished
The fire at Rouen Cathedral serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving historical landmarks and taking necessary precautions to prevent fires.
