In Copenhagen, a historic building that was set to be completed for its 400th anniversary in the fall caught fire. An eyewitness from Finland reported seeing the flames and smoke from a distance, with images on social media showing the intensity of the blaze. The tower of the building collapsed, and everyone inside was evacuated as emergency services worked to put out the fire.
The building, known as the stock exchange building, held significance in Copenhagen’s historical center. The fire, which had spread to every floor, shocked people in the area and was compared to the Notre Dame fire. Witnesses described the efforts to move valuables out of the burning building and their experiences of watching it all unfold.
Local residents shared their familiarity with the building and its history, with some expressing sadness over its loss. Danish officials and politicians also expressed their disappointment over the cultural heritage that was lost in the fire. The rescue efforts were ongoing, but concerns about traffic jams in the capital city hindered operations.
