A Spanish passenger and a flight attendant from Haarlem have both tested negative for the hantavirus after a Dutch woman died from the virus on a flight from Johannesburg to Amsterdam. While the specific virus variant is transmissible between humans, medical experts from Amsterdam UMC emphasize there is no cause for public panic. The Spanish passenger will undergo a second test in 24 hours for confirmation.
Food enthusiast Nanja Pol visits the Botermarkt in Haarlem to explore local culinary offerings. During her trip, she focuses on sourcing organic ingredients for a morning breakfast.
The municipality of Haarlem is offering a variety of low-cost and free summer activities for children, including sports, creative workshops, and theater events. Families can utilize the local holiday calendar and the HaarlemPas to access programs such as Stuif Stuif and other recreational opportunities throughout the summer break.
Residents in the village of Vijfhuizen are organizing a new local festival called 5house to promote community spirit. Initiated by Aldo Moraal and Ivo de Haan, the small-scale event is specifically designed to bring the local population together.
The weekend supplement AlleTijd recommends five family-friendly terraces in the region to enjoy the summer season. This list serves as part of a series of tips for local outings throughout the coming weeks.
France experienced a significant 29.1 percent increase in deaths during a recent severe heatwave, resulting in at least 2,025 additional fatalities. Health agency Santé publique France indicated that the actual number of heat-related deaths is likely even higher.