Fire Breaks Out at Vacant Building on Friesestraatweg in Groningen

A significant fire erupted at a vacant office building on Friesestraatweg in Groningen on Thursday evening, March 12, 2026, around 9:45 PM. Firefighters responded to the scene and worked to contain the blaze, which produced a substantial amount of smoke.

Details of the Incident

According to 112groningen.nl and AD.nl, the fire broke out in a vacant office building. The road was temporarily closed as emergency services worked at the scene. The fire was initially reported around 9:45 PM, and escalated to a medium-sized fire (middelbrand) by 9:57 PM, as reported by Alarmeringen.nl.

Firefighting Efforts

Firefighters from Groningen Vinkhuizen and Groningen Sontweg were dispatched to the scene, utilizing two tank trucks, a ladder truck, and a service vehicle, as detailed in the 112-meldingen.nl report. Fire crews encountered heavy smoke within the building, hindering their search for the source of the fire. They were forced to break through sealed windows to improve visibility and allow the smoke to escape.

Current Status

As of the latest reports, the fire is under control. The cause of the fire remains unknown. There have been no reports of injuries. The building is believed to be the former location of Woldring, according to 112groningen.nl.