Sint-Niklaas(The Brussels Morning Newspaper): There was a powerful explosion on Dokter Van Raemdonckstraat in Sint-Niklaas last night causing damage to houses and cars. Emergency services quickly responded and cause are investigating.
On 22 July at about 3 a.m, there was a big explosion on Dokter Van Raemdonckstraat in Sint-Niklaas. It was so strong that it blew off a house’s front door and damaged a car parked in front. Not just that the explosion sent debris flying causing minor damage to around 4 or 5 other cars on the street. The blast was so powerful that it broke windows and doors of at least 8 houses nearby.
What caused the explosion in Sint-Niklaas? Investigation Underway
Emergency services came fast to the explosion closing off the area and starting an investigation to find out why it happened. The noise woke up neighbors and they quickly called the authorities who arrived quickly to handle the situation. They mentioned that the people in the neighborhood are really shocked and worried about their safety. The police and experts are carefully gathering evidence to give explanations. The community is coming together to help those impacted by this sudden and scary event.Some people saw two men running away after the blast making things seem suspicious.The police and experts are carefully checking the site for clues while neighbors show their concern and hope for quick answers about what caused the explosion.
Emergency services quickly made a boundary around the affected area for a detailed investigation. This zone helps experts check the site carefully for evidence to keep important clues safe. The authorities are working on getting information and understanding what happened before the explosion. The people in the neighborhood are still scared by the event as the police work hard to find out why it happened and who might be involved. Residents are told to stay away from the area that’s closed off while the investigation continues.
