Overview
- A powerful explosion rocked an apartment on Everard Meysterweg in Amersfoort around 20:20 on Tuesday, blowing out the first-floor facade and shattering windows.
- Fire crews extinguished a short-lived blaze at the scene and police have opened a formal investigation while safety inspectors cleared the building for residents to return.
- One occupant suffered serious burns and was rushed to hospital after neighbours immediately cooled the victim under a cold shower and turned off a gas tap.
- The Veiligheidsregio Utrecht has reported a "strong suspicion" that the blast was caused by a gas explosion, but officials say forensic and technical checks are needed to confirm the cause.
- Regional 112 liveblogs have followed the case as part of wider emergency coverage and investigators warn the outcome could prompt further safety checks or gas‑supply reviews for nearby homes.