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Groningen Fire Leaves Three Homes Uninhabitable, Residents Displaced

A late-night blaze on Nachtegaalstraat caused severe damage, prompting evacuations and ongoing investigations into its cause.

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Overview

  • A fire broke out around 2:00 AM on May 17 in a Groningen home, quickly spreading to two neighboring properties.
  • Firefighters worked through the early morning to contain the blaze, evacuating residents and rescuing pets from the affected homes.
  • One resident was injured, treated at the hospital, and discharged the same day; no further injuries were reported.
  • The three damaged homes remain uninhabitable, with displaced residents temporarily housed in hotels while repair plans are finalized.
  • Police are investigating the cause of the fire, and a passerby was arrested during the incident for disruptive behavior.