Seventy firefighters are currently at Somerset House in Central London, trying to put out a fire. They arrived at the scene around noon, and the reason for the fire is not yet known. The fire is causing traffic problems in the area, which is already busy, and the London Fire Brigade (LFB) has advised people to expect delays. Somerset House is a large Renaissance building that holds various events throughout the year, including the popular ice rink in the winter.
An LFB spokesperson stated that “Ten fire engines and around 70 firefighters have been sent to deal with the fire at Somerset House. Two of the Brigade’s 32-metre ladders are being used to help fight the fire. The surrounding area will experience traffic disruptions as the crews work to extinguish the fire. The Brigade has received ten calls reporting the fire, with the first call coming in at 11:59 am. Firefighters from Soho, Dowgate, Islington, and other nearby stations are also at the scene. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.”
If you are in the area and have any photos or information about the fire, you can email me at rafi.benady@reachplc.com, or contact me via Twitter at @RafiMauro1.
The fire has broken out at Somerset House on The Strand, and witnesses have reported seeing smoke coming from the back of the building. As of now, the cause of the fire remains unknown.
In summary, here is what we know so far about the fire at Somerset House:
– Seventy firefighters are currently working to extinguish the blaze.
– The cause of the fire is still unknown.
– The fire is causing traffic congestion in the area.
– London Fire Brigade has advised people to expect disruptions due to the fire.
Stay tuned for further updates on the situation at Somerset House.
