Around 70 firefighters are tackling a fire at London’s famous Somerset House on The Strand.
London Fire Brigade said: "Ten fire engines and around 70 firefighters have been deployed to a fire at Somerset House.
"Two of the brigade’s 32m ladders have been sent to the scene to support firefighting operations. Traffic in the surrounding area will be impacted as crews respond.
"The brigade’s control officers have taken over 10 calls reporting the fire, with the first received at 11.59am. Crews from Soho, Dowgate, Islington and surrounding fire stations are attending the scene."
The brigade said the cause of the fire is currently unknown.
The venue was due to host a day of breakdancing on Saturday.
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