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Security form a chain inside the venue for the COP30 U.N. Climate Summit after a fire was reported Thursday

Video. People evacuated after fire breaks out at COP30 venue in Brazil

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A fire forced the evacuation of COP30 climate talks just two days before their scheduled end, stalling already slow-moving negotiations as the U.N. called for urgent compromise.

A fire broke out Thursday at the COP30 climate summit, disrupting negotiations and forcing the evacuation of several buildings at the conference venue.

Officials said the blaze started in the pavilion area where side events are held, but was quickly brought under control.

Fire crews ordered a full-site evacuation for safety checks, leaving it unclear when talks would resume.

Earlier in the day, U.N. chief António Guterres urged countries to show flexibility and find agreement as the summit nears its close.

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