Tomorrowland Festival's Main Stage Consumed by Fire Just Before Opening

As Tomorrowland festival prepares for a massive turnout, a fire has ravaged the main stage in Belgium, prompting festival organizers to reassess their plans while ensuring no injuries occurred.

A fire erupted at the Tomorrowland music festival site in Belgium, engulfing the main stage just two days ahead of the event's opening. The festival, set to commence in Boom, south of Antwerp, is expected to draw 400,000 attendees over the course of two weekends, showcasing renowned artists like David Guetta and Swedish House Mafia.

Witnesses reported hearing loud bangs and seeing thick, grey smoke billowing from the stage as the fire intensified around 18:00 local time. One worker described the chaotic scene as "apocalyptic," lamenting the loss of four weeks of work due to the rapid destruction.

Fortunately, authorities confirmed that no injuries were reported. Firefighters have worked tirelessly to prevent the flames from spreading to nearby homes and woods, resulting in the evacuation of some local residents.

In communications to the public, festival organizers acknowledged the severity of the damage but assured that the campsite would still open as scheduled on Thursday. While the main stage will be absent, the team is actively seeking solutions to ensure the festival will proceed without interruption, promising an alternate experience for festival-goers expecting to immerse themselves in the electrifying atmosphere of Tomorrowland this year.