Fire Incident at Somerset House

What time was the first call about the fire received?

How many firefighters were initially reported to respond to the fire?

Which area of Somerset House had the fire incident?

What type of event was Somerset House scheduled to host on the day of the fire?

When was the original Somerset House demolished?

What did the London Fire Brigade say about the artworks in the area of the fire?

Which famous artwork is associated with The Courtauld Gallery, located near Somerset House?

Which significant historical event occurred at Somerset House in 1604?

Fire Incident at Somerset House

Heavy smoke and flames visible from the roof around noon on Saturday.
Fire Brigade utilized ladder trucks to extinguish flames on the roof.
The site was closed to the public while firefighting efforts continued.
Flames burned a hole in the roof, confirmed by video footage.
Fire's cause remains unknown; first report received at 11:59 AM.
Initial response involved 10 fire engines and 70 firefighters, escalating to 20 fire engines and approximately 125 firefighters.

Somerset House Overview

Iconic building located on Strand, near the Australian High Commission, overlooking the River Thames.
The west wing houses mainly offices and back-of-house facilities, not containing any artworks.
The venue is known for hosting creative events and exhibitions.
Scheduled event: breakdancing competition featuring workshops, live DJs, and performances.

Historical Significance

Original Somerset House was demolished due to neglect and reconstructed nearly 250 years ago.
Notable historical connections: Queen Elizabeth I lived there as a princess.
Year 1604: Treaty of London signed, ending the Anglo-Spanish War.

Safety Measures

All staff and the public were evacuated promptly upon fire discovery.
Director Jonathan Reekie emphasized safety and absence of artworks in the affected area.

This quiz covers the recent fire that occurred at Somerset House, where heavy smoke and flames were visible from the roof. Firefighters were seen battling the flames while the site has been closed to the public during the incident. Test your knowledge about emergency responses and fire safety.