A significant fire erupted in a six-story apartment building in Oosterhout, North Brabant, early this morning. The blaze originated on the fourth floor, prompting a large-scale evacuation effort by firefighters. Several residents were rescued from the building and received medical attention in ambulances, though the exact number and their conditions remain unknown. Other occupants were asked to leave due to heavy smoke. Witnesses report widespread unrest and panic among the building’s inhabitants. Authorities have cordoned off the surrounding area to facilitate emergency services, and nearby residents are advised to close windows and doors. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.