This was reported by the mayor of the city and the BFMTV TV channel. It is known that the fire broke out in a part of the building where construction work was underway. The cause of the fire is being established.
The cathedral has been under reconstruction since the beginning of this year. It is included in the list of French national heritage.
At the moment, the fire in Rouen Cathedral is localized, the fire has not gone beyond the spire - BFM Normandie