Netherlands: Emergency services responding to fire in Delfzijl Port April 29

Event

Emergency services are responding to a large fire at Delfzijl Port, Groningen Province, April 29. The cause of the blaze remains under investigation. There have as yet been no reports of casualties, but authorities have issued an alert to local residents due to heavy smoke.

Officials will likely heighten security in the area until firefighting operations conclude. Disruptions to Delfzijl Port activities are likely. Authorities will also probably close nearby roads, causing localized transport disruptions. Lingering disruptions are possible after crews extinguish the blaze as investigations and cleaning-up operations continue.

Advice

Avoid the area until firefighting operations conclude. Follow all security personnel instructions, including any evacuation orders. Allow additional travel time in the area. 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.