Emergency crews are engaged in a desperate search amid concerns for multiple missing individuals.
Explosion Rocks Residential Building in The Hague
Explosion Rocks Residential Building in The Hague
Early morning blast leaves residents in shock as search for survivors continues.
An explosion shook a three-storey residential building in The Hague early this morning, according to local police reports. The detonation occurred at approximately 6:15 AM local time (05:15 GMT), leading to a severe fire that resulted in the partial collapse of the structure located in the Tarwekamp neighborhood.
Firefighters were promptly deployed to the scene to combat the flames and assess the damage. As rescue teams work tirelessly, they are reportedly searching for as many as 20 people who may have been inside the building at the time of the explosion. So far, rescuers have successfully extricated four individuals from the debris.
While officials continue to investigate the blast, the specific cause remains undetermined. However, reports emerging from Dutch media indicate that police have initiated inquiries into a vehicle that reportedly left the vicinity swiftly after the explosion, raising suspicions about potential foul play. Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward as they piece together the circumstances surrounding the tragic event.
