Leek – On Monday evening a major fire raged in the play paradise in Familiepark Nienoord, and the damage was clearly visible on Tuesday morning.
The police have started a crime scene and suspect arson.
Fire discovered by volunteers
The fire was discovered by volunteers who work at the park and stay in caravans. Reports RTV Noord. The volunteers were present at the park and saw a fire, so the volunteers called 112. The fire brigade quickly arrived on the scene and quickly scaled up to a ‘major fire’.
Police suspect possible arson
The police started an investigation into the fire at Familiepark Nienoord on Tuesday morning, the fire completely destroyed the play paradise. The police suspect possible arson.
Closed for a few days
Familiepark Nienoord reports on Facebook that the park would remain closed in the coming days. The park is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and it is not yet known when the park will reopen to visitors.
It is a busy period for Familiepark Nienoord, many school trips will be held at the park in the near future.
Donate action
Familiepark Nienoord has started a donation campaign to repair the damage caused by the fire. Anyone can donate via Donate campaign, see link.
