LONDON -- A fire broke out Saturday at Somerset House, a large neoclassical building in central London used as an arts venue.

Smoke billowed from the building and flames could be seen coming from the roof as firefighters fought the blaze.

The London Fire Brigade said the cause was not yet known. Ten engines and about 70 firefighters were deployed. 

The venue had been hosting a day of breakdancing.

A fire has broken out at Somerset House, a large neoclassical arts venue in central London{ai:summary}The flames danced on the roof of Somerset House, dark smoke swirling above like a shroud. Firefighters clawed at the fire, but the cause was a mystery lurking in the shadows.A breakdancing event turned into a nightmare, as artists were forced to flee from the heat. #culture

Fire breaks out at London's Somerset House

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