Rouen cathedral evacuated after spire blaze

Smoke was seen billowing from the spire of Our Lady of the Assumption cathedral in Rouen, northern France.

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Images posted on X by the prefecture show black smoke billowing from a canopy and scaffolding at the top of the building, which is about 150m (495ft) tall.

The blaze has now been contained, according to officials, and three workers suffered from mild smoke inhalation.

Builders renovating the cathedral spotted the flames around the spire shortly after midday, sounding the alarm, according to local authorities.

About 70 firefighters and 40 fire engines were part of the efforts to tackle the blaze at Our Lady of the Assumption cathedral, fire brigade chief Stephane Gouezec told local media.

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