Firefighters estimate it will take another 24 hours to completely extinguish the fire that has been ravaging the old Bo since Tuesday. Half of the building dating from the 16th century was burned, and the 54 m high spire collapsed in the flames this Tuesday morning.
A must-see building in Copenhagen, the Old Stock Exchange also houses a vast collection of works of art, several hundred of which have been secured. Commissioned by King Christian IV, the Copenhagen Stock Exchange was built between 1619 and 1640, making it one of the oldest buildings in the city. The fire broke out for an unknown reason under the roof, and police investigators have not yet been able to access the site. For confidential support, call the Samaritans in the UK on 08457 90 90 90 90, visit a local Samaritans branch or see www.samaritans.org for details. In the U.S., call the National Suicide Prevention Line on 1-800-273-TALK (8255).