Just two days ahead of the festival, organizers confirmed substantial damage but reported no injuries, as measures are taken to ensure attendee safety.
Tomorrowland Festival's Main Stage Engulfed by Fire Days Before Launch
Tomorrowland Festival's Main Stage Engulfed by Fire Days Before Launch
A major fire incident has devastated the Tomorrowland festival's main stage in Belgium, prompting urgent safety measures.
A destructive fire has consumed the main stage of the Tomorrowland festival in Boom, Belgium, just days before its highly anticipated opening. Festival organizers announced on Wednesday evening that the incident had resulted in significant damage to the iconic structure, although thankfully, no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire, which erupted around 18:00 local time (16:00 GMT), remains under investigation.
With 400,000 attendees expected over the course of two weekends, the festival, renowned for its electronic dance music lineup, is set to commence on Friday. Social media platforms erupted with videos showing towering plumes of grey smoke billowing from the stage as firefighters battled the flames.
As part of precautionary measures, local residents have been evacuated to ensure their safety from the escalating situation. The fire department is also focused on preventing the fire from spreading to adjacent homes and nearby wooded areas.
Despite the chaos, Tomorrowland organizers affirmed that the festival's campsite would open as planned on Thursday, with teams diligently working on solutions to minimize disruptions for festival-goers during the weekend. The situation continues to evolve as details emerge, but the festival's commitment to providing a safe environment remains a top priority.
