Fire destroys Paris's oldest covered food market
A fire overnight Monday destroyed the Marché des Enfants Rouges, the French capital's oldest covered food market, authorities said.
What happened
A fire destroyed the Marché des Enfants Rouges, Paris's oldest covered food market, overnight Monday, according to authorities.13
The fire caused partial collapse of the market's metal structure.2
The market, a popular street food venue, has existed since 1615 and was declared a historical monument.32
The cause of the fire remains unknown, according to authorities.1
Key points
What the coverage leaves out
- None of the outlets reviewed reported the cause of the fire, aside from noting it remains unknown.
- None of the outlets reviewed reported on injuries, casualties, or firefighting efforts.
- None of the outlets reviewed reported on the market's future, reconstruction plans, or economic impact on vendors.
Why it matters
The Marché des Enfants Rouges, dating to 1615, was described as the oldest covered food market in Paris and a popular street food venue.3
Sources (3)
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Latin America
- 2ClarínARPrivate
A fire destroyed Enfants Rouges, Paris's oldest covered market
Translated from Spanish: Un incendio destruyó Enfants Rouges, el mercado cubierto más antiguo de París
Europe
- 1France 24FRPublic broadcaster
- 3RTÉ NewsIEPublic broadcaster