ISLAMABAD: A fire broke out near a tech park in Israel’s Beer Sheva following an Iranian missile attack intercepted by Israeli forces.
The area includes a Microsoft office, raising security concerns.
Emergency response teams swiftly arrived on the scene.
CNN reports multiple fires igniting on a street close to the tech park.
The visuals were confirmed by a video shared by Magen David Adom, Israel’s emergency medical service.
Missile Debris Causes Panic
Authorities believe the fire was triggered by falling debris from the intercepted missile.
Israeli police reported munitions had fallen in open areas of the Southern District.
Although the site is close to key infrastructure, there have been no confirmed injuries.
Residents in the vicinity experienced panic as emergency sirens were activated.
Strategic Importance of Beer Sheva
Beer Sheva lies in the Negev desert, home to the Nevatim airbase—an important military facility.
The tech park houses global firms, including Microsoft, adding to the region’s strategic relevance.
Security agencies are continuing investigations to assess the full impact of the incident.
Fire crews are working to prevent the blaze from spreading further.
