In the historic city of Rouen, France, a fire has engulfed the spire of the renowned Gothic cathedral, Our Lady of the Assumption. Firefighters are currently battling the blaze, which has prompted a swift evacuation of the building. The fire has resulted in dramatic scenes of thick black smoke pouring from the spire, visible from various parts of the city, reminiscent of the devastating fire at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris in 2019. The origin of the fire remains unknown, according to local officials.  Historic Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris is on Fire and May Be Completely Destroyed  Read moreSection: NewsHistory & ArchaeologyAncient PlacesEuropeRead Later