A traffic collision in Zaandam, Netherlands, on Sunday evening injured eight people, including three children, according to police reports. The incident underscores the potential for serious accidents, even in areas with traffic control measures.
The crash occurred around 8:15 p.m. On the N516, a roadway currently undergoing construction that requires alternating traffic flow. Normally, a traffic light manages the intersection, allowing one direction of travel at a time. However, the cause of the collision remains under investigation.
Emergency services responded with a significant presence, dispatching five ambulances and multiple fire crews to the scene. All eight individuals involved were transported to area hospitals for treatment, as confirmed by Hart van Nederland.
The N516 remains fully closed to traffic as authorities continue to investigate. Police anticipate the road will be shut down for at least several hours, with an estimated reopening time of 1:00 a.m. Monday, February 23, 2026, 112Nieuws reports. Showblad.nl also confirmed the number of injured and the transport to hospitals.
Further details regarding the circumstances of the accident are pending the completion of the police investigation. Noordhollands Dagblad reported on the severity of the incident and the large response from emergency services.
