PARIS -- A fire broke out Tuesday morning in a building near the Saint-Lazare train station in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, according to French media.

No casualties have been reported so far.

The spot of fire was on the top floor of the building, which was under construction, said French media.

More than 80 firefighters with 20 vehicles have been deployed to the site. Nearby residents have been evacuated.

The firefighters have been battling the fire since 9 am (0800 GMT) and the mayor of the 8th arrondissement has arrived at the site.