At noon on October 23, speaking with a reporter from Lao Dong Newspaper, a leader of Xuan Lung Commune People's Committee confirmed that a fire had just broken out in the area.
The fire broke out at around 10am the same day at Pho Quang Pagoda (also known as Xuan Lung Pagoda). Firefighters are currently at the scene to put out the fire.
"The fire brigade of the province, district, fire brigade of Lam Thao Super Phosphate and Chemical Company and local forces are working together to handle and overcome the situation. So far, there have been no recorded casualties" - the leader of Xuan Lung commune informed.
The cause of the fire is being investigated by authorities.
Pho Quang Pagoda in Xuan Lung Commune, Lam Thao District is a national relic, over 800 years old and still preserves many valuable relics and antiques, including the Lotus Stone Pedestal from the Tran Dynasty, considered a National Treasure.
