Major Fire at University of Tuscia in Viterbo, Italy

A fire broke out at the University of Tuscia in Viterbo, Italy, on June 4, 2025, around 10:00 a.m. The fire, which started during renovations, caused a partial roof collapse. Students and faculty were safely evacuated, and thankfully, no injuries were reported. The incident resulted in a large plume of black smoke visible across the city, leading to warnings for residents to keep windows closed. "It was terrifying," said one eyewitness, "The flames were so high, and the smoke was everywhere." Firefighters quickly responded and brought the fire under control, preventing further damage. The university is assessing the extent of the damage and plans to resume classes as soon as it's safe.