A large fire at Somerset House in London is being fought by approximately 100 firefighters.

A fire has broken out at Somerset House in the heart of London, and it has taken around 100 firefighters to tame the flames. The London Fire Brigade has reported that fifteen fire engines and approximately 100 firefighters have arrived at the scene to combat the fire. According to the brigade, the fire appears to be concentrated in a section of the building's roof.

To assist with the firefighting efforts, two of the brigade's 32-meter ladders have been dispatched to the site. As a safety precaution, the entire Somerset House complex has been closed to the public. Unfortunately, the surrounding traffic will also be affected as the firefighters work tirelessly to control the situation.

The first report of the fire was received at 11:59 am on Saturday, and since then, the situation has been closely monitored. Thankfully, Somerset House has confirmed that all staff and visitors to the venue are safe. The Australian High Commission is situated nearby, and the building itself stands proudly on the Strand, overlooking the River Thames.

The history of Somerset House dates back to the 1500s, although it was later demolished and reconstructed in the 1700s. Notably, Queen Elizabeth I once called this grand structure her home until 1558. In 1604, a significant event took place within these walls as the Treaty of London was signed, effectively ending the 19-year-long Anglo-Spanish War.

Today, Somerset House is known for its vibrant and diverse range of events and exhibitions. In fact, a dance battle was scheduled to take place in the open-air courtyard on the day of the fire. The event promised to be a day filled with dance showcases, workshops, live DJs, and an epic outdoor party, culminating in a head-to-head battle between four corners of London. However, due to the fire, it has been canceled.

As reported by CNN, the fire at Somerset House is still ongoing, and the cause is yet to be determined. We can only hope that the courageous firefighters are able to contain the fire soon and that no one is injured in this unfortunate incident.

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