The Leimuiderbrug will remain closed to shipping until tonight and throughout tomorrow morning due to technical malfunctions caused by expanding components in the heat. While road traffic can still cross the bridge, shipping is restricted to prevent further issues during the high temperatures. This measure follows a two-hour failure earlier today that blocked both road and water traffic.
An 11-year-old boy with an Asian appearance and a verbal disability went missing on Wednesday evening in Heemskerk. Authorities are searching the area around 't Veer for the boy, who is non-verbal and has difficulty understanding speech.
Workers across Amsterdam, including doormen at the Beurs van Berlage and fishmongers at the Dappermarkt, are adapting their routines to cope with high outdoor temperatures. While some use extra ice to keep products cool, others like road workers on Sarphatistraat are ending their shifts early due to the heat.
Amsterdam is expected to experience a heatwave from June 26 to 28, with tropical temperatures forecast for the weekend. The article provides a guide to local activities and events for those planning to go out despite the extreme heat.
Two cars collided on the Amsterdamsevaart in Haarlem on Wednesday evening, resulting in significant vehicle damage. The road was temporarily closed to traffic following the accident.
Despite Brent oil prices falling below $75 per barrel on Wednesday, fuel prices at the pump have seen a slight increase. This disconnect is primarily attributed to the strength of the US dollar.