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Rudi Bakker, fireworks director behind 2000 Enschede blast that killed 23, dies at 63

19 February 2026 - 18:40

A fire triggered an explosion at a fireworks storage facility in a residential part of Enschede, killing 23 and injuring 947. 13 May 2000

Enschede commemorates 25th anniversary of fireworks disaster that killed 23

13 May 2025 - 18:40

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