Fire paris

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.

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.

Fire in progress Paris 12th arrondissement: 120 firefighters mobilized

Rue de Lyon in the 12th arrondissement of Paris, a fire in progress mobilized 120 firefighters this Monday, February 19.

Fire in Bobigny, Seine-Saint-Denis brought under control

The spectacular fire in Bobigny, Seine-Saint-Denis, which involved 230 firefighters and 55 engines since 8pm on Friday evening, has been under control since 3am this Saturday morning.