Explosions caused Amsterdam airport fire

A fire at Amsterdam's Schipol international airport followed two explosions within the complex.

Thu, 18 Jan, 2001 - 11:29

A fire at Amsterdam's Schipol international airport followed two explosions within the complex.

The blaze, which has now been extinguished, erupted in the arrivals area of the airport after 10am today.

Investigators have not yet determined the cause of the blasts.

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