Fire rages through Copenhagen's historic stock exchange, spire collapses

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One of Copenhagen’s oldest buildings is on fire and its iconic spire has collapsed. The roof of the 17th-century old Stock Exchange, or Boersen, that was once Denmark’s financial center, was engulfed in flames Tuesday. The building, which is situated next to the Christiansborg Palace where the parliament sits, is a popular tourist attraction.

Fire and smoke rise out of the Old Stock Exchange, Boersen, in Copenhagen , Denmark, Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Smoke rise out of the Old Stock Exchange, Boersen, in Copenhagen , Denmark, Tuesday, April 16, 2024. One of Copenhagen ’s oldest buildings is on fire and its iconic spire has collapsed. The roof of the 17th-century old Stock Exchange, or Boersen, that was once Denmark’s financial center, was engulfed in flames Tuesday.

Huge billows of smoke rose over downtown Copenhagen and people were seen rushing inside the building to save paintings. Danish media reported that an annex of the parliament was being evacuated. Police and firefighters were at work outside the building, which was encased in scaffolding. Ambulances were at the scene but there were no reports of casualties.

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