Netherlands: Authorities close Amstel highway junction in response to fire at apartment complex on Joan Muyskenweg, Amsterdam, late June 3

Event

Emergency crews are responding to a fire at an apartment complex located at Joan Muyskenweg 4 in Amsterdam as of late June 3. Authorities have reportedly evacuated the affected building and closed the nearby A2 and A10 highways at the Amstel Junction due to the blaze and associated smoke; additional road closures are possible over the coming hours. Firefighters have reported significant damage to multiple apartments as a result of the fire. Officials have instructed individuals impacted by the smoke to close their windows and doors.

Although authorities have reported that the fire and smoke have "subsided considerably," a heightened security presence will almost certainly remain at the scene until the firefighting operations conclude. Transport and business disruptions are likely in the affected area over the coming hours. Residual disruptions are possible even after the fire is extinguished as authorities carry out investigative and demolition work.

Advice

Avoid the scene of the blaze until the firefighting operations conclude. Allow additional travel time in the area and consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the incident site and related disruptions. Follow all instructions from security personnel, including evacuation orders. Consider remaining indoors if smoke is heavy, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness, such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water.