Fire breaks out on rooftop of Le Victoria on Bd Princesse Charlotte
By Zak Jackson, MonacoViews Editorial
A major fire broke out on the rooftop of the Le Victoria building on Boulevard Princesse Charlotte, triggering a large firefighter response and road closures.
Emergency crews were deployed in force on Boulevard Princesse Charlotte after a fire took hold on the rooftop of Le Victoria, a residential building at number 13 in the heart of Monaco. The blaze spread across sections of the roof, prompting firefighters to mount a substantial operation to bring it under control.
The surrounding area saw widespread road closures as the emergency response got underway, affecting traffic through one of central Monaco's busiest boulevards. Residents of Le Victoria and neighbouring buildings will want to follow updates closely as the situation develops.
Further details on the cause of the fire, the extent of the damage and any casualties have yet to be confirmed. MonacoViews will update this story as more information becomes available.