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Explosions rock Utrecht, with buildings damaged and multiple people injured

Explosions in the Dutch city of Utrecht have caused extensive damage to buildings, and several people have been left injured. A major fire has since broken out following the blasts on Visscherssteeg in the city centre at around 3.30pm, prompting an emergency response from the local fire and ambulance services. At least four people have sustained injuries due to the blasts, and a search is now underway for more possible victims. 'It's also possib…

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Two days after a large explosion in a house in Utrecht's city center, some residents who were forced to evacuate their homes have returned home. Most shops on nearby Springweg have reopened, but several remain closed. On Thursday afternoon, a large fire broke out in a house on Visschersteeg in the historic city center after explosions were heard. Several buildings collapsed, and four people were injured. Many buildings were damaged in the incide…

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What caused the explosions in the building on Utrecht's Visscherssteeg? Various reports were circulating about this on Friday. The Safety Region, for example,…

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The Dutch rescue zone in Utrecht suspects a gas leak as being at the origin of the explosion that shook the city Thursday afternoon, said a spokesperson Friday morning. ...

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The municipality of Utrecht expects it will take several days before the cause of the explosions and fire in the city center is known. The first priority is securing the damaged area before the forensic investigation can be fully completed. On Thursday, explosions occurred in Visschersteeg, followed by a fire and at least one further explosion. A municipality spokesperson made it clear: "The first priority is to make the area safe." Forensic exp…

After last Thursday's major gas explosion in Utrecht, more and more residents and business owners are being allowed to take a look inside their homes or businesses. Carolien, who owns a plant shop, discovered her entire basement is flooded. "All my storage is there."

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La Libre broke the news in Brussels, Belgium on Friday, January 16, 2026.
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