UPDATE - Fire breaks out in Notre Dame cathedral in Paris

Fire fighters trying to douse blaze engulfing iconic cathedral

ADDS ROOF OF CATHEDRAL COLLAPSES

By Can Erozden

ANKARA (AA) - A major fire has broken out in France's famous medieval cathedral Notre Dame on Monday, officials said.

"A terrible fire has broken out at Notre Dame de Paris. Fire fighters are trying to control the flames," Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo said on Twitter.

French daily Le Figaro reported that the roof of the cathedral has collapsed completely.

Laurent Nunez, secretary of state to the interior minister, said no casualties have been reported so far.

The cause of the fire is still unknown. ‏

One of the most important touristic spots of Paris, Notre Dame -- which means 'Our Lady' -- dates back to 1345.

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