Belgium: Emergency services responding to fire at Center for Fine Arts in Brussels Jan. 18

Event

Emergency crews are responding to a building fire at the Center for Fine Arts (BOZAR) on Rue Ravenstein as of 1700 Jan. 18. The cause of the fire, which appears to be on the roof, is currently unclear. The building was reportedly unoccupied, and no casualties have been reported. Localized business and transport disruptions are likely in the affected area in the coming hours, particularly in the vicinity of Place de Palais.

Advice

Avoid the affected area until authorities give the all-clear. Allow additional time for travel in the affected area following the all-clear.