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Explosions and smoke visible from afar during major fire in Amsterdam

Explosions and smoke visible from afar during major fire in Amsterdam

A large fire broke out early in the morning at a metal recycling facility in Amsterdam's Westelijk Havengebied. The blaze involved a large pile of scrap metal, causing audible explosions and heavy smoke visible across a wide area. Firefighters are using specialized industrial equipment and drones to contain the fire, while residents are advised to keep windows and doors closed if affected by smoke.

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