On January 1st, a fire broke out in the Vondelkerk. The surrounding homes are being evacuated. The fire department is on site to fight the fire.
Are you affected by smoke? Close windows and doors and turn off (mechanical) ventilation if possible.
Keep an eye on this website for more information or visit the safety regions website: https://veiligheidsregioaa.nl/organisatie/nieuws/@2678/brand-vondelkerk-amsterdam/
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Homes evacuated
As a precaution, several homes in the vicinity of the church have been evacuated. Residents are being accommodated at a nearby location.
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Priority to the well-being of residents
Mayor Halsema was on site and described the fire as very intense and terrible. Our first concern and priority is now the well-being and homes of directly affected residents.
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More information
This live blog ends. Updates about the fire can be found on the safety regions website: https://veiligheidsregioaa.nl/organisatie/nieuws/@2678/brand-vondelkerk-amsterdam/