112 Zoetermeer: Blaze Engulfs Attic on Weidedreef and Fire on Pernisstraat

Things have been pretty quiet around Zoetermeer lately, but you can't say the same for our emergency services. 112 Zoetermeer crews had to roll out again overnight for a fierce, fully involved attic fire, this time on Weidedreef. And that wasn't their only call-out: earlier this week, a property on Pernisstraat went up in flames. Time to break down what's been happening.

Attic Fire Engulfs Home on Weidedreef

Around 3.00 am this morning, things went down on Weidedreef. Locals were jolted awake by loud cracking sounds and quickly spotted flames leaping from the roof. Fire crews were on site fast and quickly upgraded it to a medium-level fire. Early reports confirm the attic has been completely gutted, with the home suffering extensive damage. Thankfully, no one was injured, but the family had to be taken in by neighbours.

Earlier This Week: Fire on Pernisstraat

Less than 48 hours prior, firefighters were called to Pernisstraat. Around dinner time, a blaze broke out in a utility room, which then spread to the kitchen. Crews got the flames under control quickly, but smoke damage was extensive. Again, no injuries were reported, but one family couldn't return home for a while. Neighbours stepped up, bringing coffee for those affected – classic local spirit.

112 Spotter Zoetermeer: Keeping an Eye on the City

If you want to stay across incidents in Zoetermeer these days, you can't go past 112 Spotter Zoetermeer. These local legends often beat the press to the scene, sharing live footage and updates on social media. They were right on top of the Weidedreef fire too. Their work is appreciated by many locals, even if it is a bit of a shock seeing your own street go up in flames online.

• Weidedreef Fire: Fully involved attic blaze, home severely damaged.
• Pernisstraat Fire: Kitchen fire, significant smoke damage.
• 112 Spotter Zoetermeer: First to share footage of both incidents.

Local Business Hit Hard: Banknote Counter Destroyed

The Pernisstraat fire also damaged a small local dairy. The owner told us his expensive Safescan 2865-S banknote counter has been wrecked by the smoke. "That machine was only a few months old," he sighed. "Now I've got to buy another one, but first I need to see what the insurance says." It's one of those untold stories behind the flames that often go unnoticed.

Over the coming days, police investigators and insurance assessors will be looking into the causes of both fires. For now, it pays to stay alert around Zoetermeer. Check your smoke alarms and keep an eye out for anything suspicious. And remember, without 112 Zoetermeer and the hard work of our fire crews, the damage could have been so much worse.