The iconic main stage of Tomorrowland, one of the largest electronic music festivals on the planet, was partially consumed by flames in Boom, Belgium. The incident occurred just days before the event was scheduled to begin on Friday, July 18th.
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Videos shared by witnesses and local media show a column of black smoke rising above the stage structures, while emergency teams try to control the fire. The flames were visible from various points of the venue, causing alarm among the staff.
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Fire during the assembly of Tomorrowland
According to media outlets like BBC News and Le Soir, the fire started during the construction work of the main stage, which this year promised one of the most ambitious performances of the festival.
The videos shared on social media show collapsed structures, electric sparks, and a large deployment of firefighters. Some clips even captured minor explosions as the fire spread.
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So far, no injured people have been reported, as the venue was not yet open to the public. The material damages are still being assessed by the organizers and local authorities.
Although there has not been an official detailed statement from the festival, local media reports indicate that the technical team is already working against the clock to repair the damage and ensure that the event, scheduled to start on Friday, July 18, can take place.
Meanwhile, on social media, uncertainty grows about whether there will be changes in the stage design or if part of the characteristic setup that has made Tomorrowland an unprecedented visual experience will be reduced.