More than 100 firefighters fight blaze at Somerset House
More than 100 firefighters have been sent to Somerset House in central London after smoke and flames were seen coming from the roof, the London Fire Brigade has said.
The historic complex overlooking the River Thames has been forced to close today, Somerset House said in a statement.
It added that the fire had broken out in “one small part” of the complex and that all staff and the public are safe.
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