At least fifteen movable bridges in the province of Noord-Holland will not be operated until Sunday due to persistent heat. The bridges will remain closed to boat traffic between 10:00 and 21:00 daily to prevent potential malfunctions caused by the high temperatures.
Emergency services responded to a nursing home in Amsterdam-Noord after indoor temperatures became dangerously high for residents during extreme heat. Firefighters assisted in moving residents to cooler areas within the building, and a GRIP 1 emergency status was declared to coordinate the response. No injuries were reported, though authorities are investigating ways to improve the facility's inadequate cooling systems.
The Red Cross has opened donation account 5125 to support relief efforts following a double earthquake in Venezuela. The organization reports that thousands of people are in urgent need of food, water, hygiene products, and household items.
A liveblog provides real-time updates on the debate regarding the new coalition agreement in Haarlemmermeer, which is taking place in Hoofddorp. Reporter Frederique Teillers is covering the responses and developments throughout the session.
Herman van der Meyden has been appointed as the new director of communications and public affairs at Tata Steel. He succeeds Donald Pols, who was dismissed after just one day in the position following revelations regarding his past leadership of a far-right student group in South Africa.