Fire stations across the Netherlands are under siege as gangs target hydraulic rescue tools—used to save lives—stealing them for high-stakes heists. Break-ins have skyrocketed from 17 last year to 50 this year alone, with three stations hit in one week. Police suspect organized crews exploiting a booming black market for this specialized gear, using it to smash ATMs and raid jewelry stores. Firefighters face a brutal dilemma: beefing up security with cameras and reinforced windows slows down life-or-death responses. Authorities are scrambling to protect vital equipment without compromising emergency speed—a tense race against time as Europe watches the chaos unfold.
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