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Major fire at campsite in Melderslo destroys caravans, arson suspected

14.06.2026 20:48 2 min 4 sources
omroephorstaandemaas.nl NLD + 3 more
Major fire at campsite in Melderslo destroys caravans, arson suspected
Original source: omroephorstaandemaas.nl

In Brief

In the night of June 14, a large fire broke out at De Kasteelse Bossen campsite in Melderslo, Netherlands, destroying several caravans. The campsite was evacuated; no injuries reported. Police suspect arson.

Around midnight on the night of Saturday to Sunday, a major fire erupted at De Kasteelse Bossen campsite in Melderslo, Netherlands. The flames completely destroyed several caravans.

Evacuation and casualties

Due to the scale of the fire and the presence of guests, the entire campsite was evacuated — according to sources, dozens of people left their accommodation. Multiple fire trucks and ambulances responded. Several people were examined by medics for possible smoke inhalation, but none required hospitalization. No injuries were reported.

Investigation

Police and firefighters strongly suspect arson. Part of the campsite has been cordoned off as a crime scene, and an investigation is underway.

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Several caravans destroyed in fire at Melderslo campsite, arson suspected

14.06.2026 omroephorstaandemaas.nl NLD Original source

Fire at campsite in Melderslo destroys several caravans

14.06.2026 NU Horst aan de Maas NLD Original source

Large fire at campsite in Melderslo: several caravans burned out

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