We The Curious in Bristol evacuated due to fire - BBC News
The fire service says they will work with police to investigate the fire at We The Curious in Bristol.
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A city centre science museum had to be evacuated after its roof caught fire.

Fire crews were called to We The Curious in Millennium Square, Bristol, at about 14:00 BST.

Nearby buildings were evacuated and a number of road closures were put in place, including Anchor Road.

About 35 firefighters tackled the blaze, which is thought to have started in the museum's roof space. An investigation is being carried out into the cause of the fire.

Avon Fire and Rescue said it would carry out a joint investigation with the police once the site had been made completely safe.

A number of specialist appliances and five fire engines were sent to tackle the blaze.

About 35 firefighters fought the fire at its height

We The Curious is one of several visitor attractions at Millennium Square in Bristol

The museum is close to Bristol's popular harbourside

Nearby businesses were evacuated and Anchor Road was closed to allow fire crews to fight the flames from there.

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The fire was reported just after 14:00 BST

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