Carlos Moedas, the city's mayor, commented on the fire that occurred at Café Nicola, a space he considered emblematic for the city. The mayor stated that the incident "could have been a great tragedy," demonstrating concern for the consequences that the fire could have caused.
Moedas defended the importance of supporting shops with history, referring to Café Nicola as an establishment that represents significant cultural and heritage value for the city. This position comes in the wake of the fire that affected the space.
The mayor did not specify details about the cause of the fire or about any material damage caused by the incident. Carlos Moedas' statement comes as a reaction to what could have been a much more serious event for the city's heritage.
