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March 18, 2026
Known how the fire occurred in the Serbian pavilion at the Venice Biennale
The Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Serbia has issued a statement regarding the fire that broke out in the Serbian pavilion at the Venice Biennale, explaining in detail how this accident happened.
TL;DR
- A fire broke out in the Serbian pavilion at the Venice Biennale during roof waterproofing repairs.
- The fire was caused by a spark from the repair work igniting ventilation windows made of wood and plastic.
- The smoke created the illusion of a larger fire than the actual damage.
- Firefighters and heritage officials confirmed the cultural monument is safe.
- The Italian contractor responsible for the repairs will cover all damages through insurance.
- Remaining work and exhibit setup will proceed as planned for the May 8th opening.