Amsterdam Apple Store Evacuated After iPad 'Exploded'

The Apple Store Apple Store at Leidseplein in Amsterdam was evacuated after an iPad 'exploded', reports AT5.nl.

Employees have immediately placed the iPad in a container with sand. But that was not enough. It soon became clear that three people suffered from their airways. Possibly due to a vapor or irritating substance from the iPad.

The fire department tweeted, "Fire brigade present at incident with mobile device at #AppleStore #Leidseplein. No smoke, but three people with breathing problems. Presumably due to a leaking battery pack. They are checked on the spot."


The store was closed from about 2:20pm to 3:00pm local time.

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