Stories from Hard · Netherlands

A large wildfire on the Veluwe broke out yesterday during a defense exercise and remains uncontrolled. Approximately 100 firefighters are currently working to combat the flames. Fire departments across Europe have been requested to assist in the firefighting efforts.

Emergency services are still fighting a large fire that broke out in Harde on Wednesday. A large fire involving approximately five hectares of land has been burning at an artillery training camp in Harde since yesterday morning. Smoke clouds from the blaze were visible in the surrounding area and the smell was detectable as far away as Amsterdam. Firefighters are still actively working to extinguish the two largest fire fronts in Harde and Oorschot. The incident was reported by Omroep Gelderland. The incident is reportedly making a impression on local residents. Some elderly inhabitants noted the fire's impact, drawing comparisons to a previous large fire at the same location in 1970. The cause of the current fire has not been specified. The source noted that older residents recalled a similar fire at the same artillery range during a shooting exercise in 1970.

Firefighters are taking precautions by not entering a specific defense terrain where a large fire is burning. The safety region stated the operation is risky because the area contains defense munitions.

Firefighters have been working for nearly a day to extinguish wildfires near De Harde. This incident was not the only fire reported in the area. The source noted that firefighting efforts are still active. Firefighters are working to control a large wildfire on the Veluwe near De De Harde. The fire originated yesterday on a military training ground. The blaze is not yet fully under control, according to the source. Safety officials stated the coming hours are as increasing winds could cause the fire to flare up. A second fire has broken out in a nature reserve between Helden and Kessel in Limburg. Firefighters in Gelderland are working to extinguish a large fire near De Harde and prevent its spread. Increasing winds pose a risk of the fire reigniting, though crews managed to contain it overnight without further expansion.

A natural wildfire in Het Harde has covered approximately 500 hectares. Firefighters from multiple other regions are currently participating in the firefighting efforts. Smoke from the blaze is visible as far away as England.

A portion of a natural fire in De Harde, Netherlands, is now under control. Helicopters are currently using water buckets to extinguish the fire, and fire departments from other regions are providing assistance. There is currently no indication that the fire is worsening. Authorities are investigating if the fire was caused by military exercises. Smoke from the blaze was visible as far as England, but air quality measurements do not currently require evacuations. Emergency crews will continue digging trenches throughout the night to create natural fire barriers. Crews worked through the night to dig trenches to create barriers. Firefighters are working through the night to extinguish a natural wildfire in De Harde. Firefighters are still working to extinguish remaining hotspots across the extensive area. The weather in the region is expected to remain dry with sunny conditions.

A severe natural fire has closed the A28 highway in both directions between Harderwijk and Weesep. The A20 highway is also experiencing disruptions between Schiedam and Gouda. Drivers are advised to use the A1 and A50 via Apeldoorn to bypass the affected areas.

A natural wildfire near Hard is expected to be under control within hours, according to the safety region. The fire started this afternoon on a military training ground, though the exact cause remains unclear.

A wildfire near Harderwijk is currently out of control due to high winds, according to reports on social media. Firefighting efforts may take several days, according to the national coordinator for natural fire management.

A fire broke out at a military training ground near Harderwijk during an exercise, according to the Dutch Ministry of Defence. No evacuations of nearby residents have been ordered at this time. Once the fire is under control, efforts will shift to managing the remaining embers, a process expected to last for days. Jeroen Klompe of Rijkswaterstaat stated the closure was implemented after the fire was reported to ensure motorist safety. The decision to close the road was made earlier this afternoon. The A28 highway is closed in both directions between Amersfoort and Zwolle due to a fire. Traffic is currently experiencing delays of approximately 30 minutes on the route from Amsterdam toward Apeldoorn and Voorst. The congestion is reported to be particularly heavy in the Zwolle area. Water dumping operations have ceased, and firefighting efforts have transitioned to ground-based methods.