Fire Rages in Underground Parking at Future BIG Mall Construction Site in Petah Tikva
Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
A major fire erupted in the underground parking of the BIG mall construction site in Petah Tikva, causing road closures and heavy smoke. Firefighters continue battling the blaze, which is expected to last into the night, while authorities urge residents to avoid the area and keep windows closed.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- A fire broke out in the underground parking of the BIG mall construction site in Petah Tikva.
- Firefighters have been working for hours but have not yet controlled the blaze.
- Heavy smoke caused closure of Jabotinsky and Moshe Dayan streets.
- Firefighting efforts and ventilation operations are expected to continue overnight.
- Residents near the site are advised to keep windows closed and avoid the area.
- The municipality is coordinating closely with emergency services and providing updates.
A large fire broke out in the underground parking lot of the future BIG shopping complex construction site in Petah Tikva on the afternoon of August 6, 2026. Firefighters have been working for hours to control the blaze, which has not yet been contained. The fire started in an area storing plastic and pipes, producing heavy smoke that led to the closure of major roads, including Jabotinsky and Moshe Dayan streets.
Fire and rescue teams continue to combat the fire and ventilate the parking area, with operations expected to last into the night. The Petah Tikva municipality has urged residents nearby to keep windows closed and avoid the area to allow emergency crews to work safely. City officials remain in close contact with emergency services and will provide updates as the situation develops.
Authorities have requested the public to avoid the vicinity of the fire to facilitate firefighting efforts and ensure safety. The heavy smoke has significantly impacted traffic and air quality in the surrounding neighborhoods.
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