Hours of Raging Fire: Blaze Breaks Out at BIG Complex in Petah Tikva, Roads in Area Blocked

A fire broke out in an underground parking lot at the construction site of the future BIG shopping complex in Petah Tikva. The fire started where plastic and pipes were stored, and heavy smoke was reported. Firefighters are working to extinguish the blaze, and operations are expected to continue into the night. Due to the heavy smoke, Jabotinsky and Moshe Dayan roads were blocked to traffic. The public is asked not to approach the area and to close windows.

A fire broke out today (Saturday) in an underground parking lot at the construction site of the future BIG shopping complex in Petah Tikva. The fire started where plastic and pipes were stored, and reports of heavy smoke were received. Firefighters are working at the scene to extinguish the fire, alongside efforts to locate the source of the blaze and ventilate the parking lot. The Israel Fire and Rescue Services spokesperson stated that extinguishing operations are expected to continue into the night, and that there is still heavy smoke in the area. Due to the heavy smoke, Jabotinsky and Moshe Dayan roads were blocked to traffic, and municipal teams are on site. The public is asked not to approach the area and to allow emergency forces to operate safely. Residents living nearby are advised to close windows and avoid being near the smoke source. The municipality is in continuous contact with emergency services and will continue to update as developments unfold.