A historic tragedy struck Copenhagen as flames engulfed the 17th-century stock exchange building, causing its iconic tower to collapse. The fire, which began around 08:00 local time, remains of unknown origin. As occupants scrambled to escape, some managed to salvage historical paintings. The blaze prompted the evacuation of the nearby square. Comparisons to the Notre-Dame Cathedral fire in Paris highlight the cultural significance of this loss to locals, with one resident lamenting, “This is our Notre-Dame.”