Fire

Fire at Châtelet: tensions during the September 10th demonstrations

A fire broke out this Wednesday, September 10, 2025, in a building at the Forum des Halles, in the Châtelet district of Paris's 1st arrondissement, on the sidelines of demonstrations by the "Bloquons tout" movement. According to witnesses, the incident may have been linked to tensions between demonstrators and police.

Fire in Boulogne-Billancourt (92): an update on what we know

A fire broke out in Boulogne-Billancourt (92), west of Paris, on the morning of Friday August 22, 2025. The fire engulfed a residential apartment, from which thick black smoke billowed high into the sky, intriguing Parisians and local residents alike. We report on the situation and the emergency response.

Fire in Gennevilliers, on the Grésillons side: an update on what we know

A fire broke out in Gennevilliers, near Les Grésillons, late afternoon on June 2, 2025. Black smoke rose high into the sky, making Parisians and other residents of the Ile-de-France wonder about the cause of the fire. We take stock!

Fire in the 17th arrondissement: several areas of Paris closed to traffic

On the evening of Monday April 7, a major fire engulfed the Syctom waste sorting center in the 17th arrondissement of Paris. This Tuesday, April 8, several sectors are closed to the public to facilitate the clean-up of the area.

Paris: fire in the 12th arrondissement town hall, damage, causes and consequences

On the night of Sunday January 26 to Monday January 27, a spectacular fire broke out at the town hall on avenue Daumesnil in the 12th arrondissement of Paris. Although there were no casualties, the material damage was considerable, particularly to the 36-meter-high belfry, which is now in danger of collapsing. An operation to secure and remove the structure is currently in preparation. We tell you all about it.

Fire opposite Saint-Lazare station: a building destroyed Paris 8th arrondissement, avoid the area!

An impressive fire broke out this Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at 1, rue de la Pépinière, opposite the Saint-Lazare train station, in the 8th arrondissement of Paris. The fire, which started on the top floor of a seven-storey building, ravaged the entire roof. Almost 150 firefighters were mobilized to bring the flames under control and evacuate the residents. Although the material damage was considerable, only one person was slightly injured.

Fire in progress on avenue d'Iéna in Paris's 16th arrondissement

This Friday, December 13, 2024, a major fire broke out at 26 avenue d'Iéna, in the 16th arrondissement of Paris. Some forty firefighters and fifteen trucks have been mobilized to bring the fire, currently contained to the upper floors, under control. The perimeter is to be avoided.

Ephemeris of September 28 in Paris: Fire at Le Printemps department store

On the morning of September 28, 1921, 40 years after the first fire, Le Printemps department store was the scene of a fire that ravaged the interior of the second building under construction.

Fire in progress Paris 4th district near City Hall: BHV Marais evacuated

A fire broke out this morning, Tuesday June 25, in an apartment building on rue Verrerie in the Marais district, right next to the Bazar de l'Hôtel de Ville (BHV) in Paris. Be careful if you're driving in the area, you could be trapped.

Notre-Dame de Paris: Macron visits the construction site under social tension

Emmanuel Macron is visiting Notre-Dame de Paris this Friday, April 14, 2023, to assess the progress of the restoration while the social context is tense since the Constitutional Council must give its decisions today. As a reminder, the promised reopening of the monument is scheduled for 2024.

Double jet-stream: what is this phenomenon likely to be related to heatwaves in France

For a few days, some scientists only say one thing: “double jet-stream”. This atmospheric air flow could be the explanation of most heatwaves that occurred this summer in France, leading to dramatic fires and a very strong episode of drought. Here is more about that matter.

Notre-Dame de Paris: stone quarries to reopen to rebuild the cathedral

Despite the turbulence caused by the coronavirus epidemic, lockdown is not to halt the rebuilding of the Notre-Dame cathedral. Destroyed by a fire back in April 2019, the famous landmark is still being rebuilt thanks to the reopening of stone quarries.

Notre Dame de Paris: consolidation works resume

After catching fire on April 15, 2019 and the renovation work stopped in July, Notre Dame de Paris slowly resumes works this Monday August 19. The structure is said to be consolidated prior to the major renovation starting in 2020.