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A fire that broke out at London’s historic Somerset House on Saturday was brought under control by firefighters, with no damage to priceless artworks housed within, including paintings by Van Gogh and Monet. The blaze, which started in the roof space, posed challenges for firefighters due to the building’s age and design. The Courtauld Gallery, home to renowned works like Van Gogh’s ‘Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear’, was unaffected and remains open. Somerset House itself will be closed until further notice.

A fire erupted on the roof of Somerset House, a historic landmark in London, prompting a significant response from firefighters. While the fire posed challenges due to the building’s age and design, thankfully, major art collections within the building remain undamaged. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire.

A fire broke out at Somerset House in London, causing significant damage to the roof but thankfully sparing priceless artworks by Monet, Cezanne, and Van Gogh. Firefighters quickly contained the blaze, and investigations are ongoing to determine the cause.

A fire broke out at London’s iconic Somerset House on Saturday, prompting a large-scale response from firefighters. The blaze, which originated in the building’s roof, led to the temporary closure of the cultural center. While the fire caused significant disruption, all staff and visitors were safely evacuated.