Breaking News: City Hall Fire - Update at 12:05 PM
Okay, so things are still pretty chaotic here at City Hall. I just got back from the press briefing, and honestly, it's worse than we initially thought. The fire started around 11 AM, they think, but the whole west wing is practically gone. You know, I've covered a lot of fires in my time, but this... this one's different. The smoke is still thick, you can even smell it from here, even though the fire trucks are doing their best.
We got the official update at 12:05 PM — that's the timestamp for everything they've shared. They're saying there are no confirmed fatalities yet, but rescue crews are still searching. There's so much smoke and debris, it's incredibly difficult for them to get through. I feel like the next few hours are going to be crucial.
The mayor just spoke, and she sounded... shaken. Completely understandable, given the circumstances. I'll keep everyone updated as soon as I get more information, but it's a tough scene. This is a major blow to the city.
(This story is developing. We will provide further updates as they become available.)
