Amsterdam Explosion Rocks Neighborhood

A massive explosion rocked Amsterdam’s Nieuw-West at 12:15 AM, sending shockwaves across the city and triggering a fire beneath a 24-hour gym annex. Seven people were injured, one critically, as residents fled in terror, describing the blast as an earthquake. Emergency crews, including a crane, are searching the rubble while police secure the area. Evacuations remain in place, with no return expected that day — and possibly not for days — as officials prioritize safety and provide temporary housing. The cause? Still under investigation, but suspects include pipes, a transformer room, or storage spaces. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1c18978f2d1fa1dd