"Copenhagen's Historic Old Stock Exchange Engulfed in Devastating Fire"

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A fire engulfed Copenhagen's historic Old Stock Exchange, reminiscent of the Notre-Dame blaze, prompting a collective effort to save cultural treasures. Emergency services, chamber of commerce members, and bystanders joined forces to rescue historic paintings from the burning building. The fire, which started during renovation work, caused the collapse of the spire and significant damage to the structure. Denmark's National Museum dispatched 25 employees to assist in evacuating and safeguarding cultural artifacts.
Topics:world#copenhagen#cultural-artifacts#denmark#disaster-cultural-heritage#fire#old-stock-exchange
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