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A fire broke out on Saturday night at a campsite in Melderslo, Netherlands, completely destroying the caravan of owner Bea Maas. The fire also damaged an adjacent outbuilding. No injuries were reported. The cause is under investigation; arson is suspected but not confirmed.
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A fire broke out on Saturday night at a campsite in Melderslo, Netherlands, completely destroying the caravan of owner Bea Maas. The fire also damaged...
A fire broke out on Saturday night at a campsite in Melderslo, Netherlands, completely destroying the caravan of owner Bea Maas. The fire also damaged an adjacent outbuilding. No injuries were reported. The cause is under investigation; arson is suspected but not confirmed.
Updated: 18.07.2026
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