Rouen Cathedral tower is burning
In Rouen, northern France, a fire has broken out at the construction site of the cathedral's spire.
The spire of the famous cathedral in Rouen, northern France, is on fire. The fire reportedly broke out in a part of the tower where construction work was being carried out, according to authorities. The cause is still unknown. In images from TV broadcaster BFM, a dark smoke column could be seen rising from the tower's peak.
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The fire originated within the construction works of the cathedral's tower in Rouen. International news outlets are reporting on the blaze at the iconic Rouen Cathedral's spire. Despite ongoing construction works, the cause of the cathedral tower fire remains undetermined.
