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Tanker Suspected in Rotterdam After Odor, Noise Complaints Reach The Hague

Officials will inspect a suspected tanker before moving it to the Maasvlakte to curb complaints.

Overview

  • The regional environmental agency DCMR logged dozens of reports since Wednesday night, including about 35 complaints from Maassluis, Westland and parts of The Hague.
  • Investigators identified a ship near Rozenburg/Maassluis as the likely source of the foul smell and noise.
  • Port of Rotterdam staff plan to inspect the vessel and move the tanker to the Maasvlakte this morning.
  • Authorities warned that reports could briefly rise during the relocation, with nuisance expected to decrease afterward.
  • The fire service reported that disturbance had already begun to ease as the number of incoming calls fell.