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A towed caravan caught fire while driving at an intersection in Coevorden. The driver managed to unhitch the caravan in time, saving the towing vehicle. Firefighters extinguished the blaze, but the caravan was destroyed. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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A towed caravan caught fire while driving at an intersection in Coevorden. The driver managed to unhitch the caravan in time, saving the towing vehicl...
A towed caravan caught fire while driving at an intersection in Coevorden. The driver managed to unhitch the caravan in time, saving the towing vehicle. Firefighters extinguished the blaze, but the caravan was destroyed. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Updated: 20.06.2026
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A travel trailer was completely destroyed by fire while being towed in the Dutch town of Coevorden. The incident occurred at the intersection of Schansweg and Europaweg, which was closed to traffic. The towing vehicle was detached in time and remained undamaged; the cause of the fire is under investigation.
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