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Fire at campsite in Melderslo destroys caravan

15.06.2026 06:59 1 min 1 source
NU Horst aan de Maas NLD

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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Fire at campsite in Melderslo destroys caravan

15.06.2026 NU Horst aan de Maas NLD Original source

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