Twelve homes were evacuated in the De Baarsjes area of Amsterdam-West following a fire that broke out in an attic. Firefighters are working to extinguish the blaze from within the walls, but intense heat is complicating their efforts.
Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
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A large fire broke out early this morning in the attic of a home on Columbusstraat in Amsterdam, resulting in the evacuation of several nearby properties. Firefighters are utilizing specialized high-pressure equipment to control the blaze and have advised local residents to keep their windows closed due to heavy smoke.
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