Fire Breaks Out at Ciputra Cibubur Mall in Indonesia

A major fire erupted at Ciputra Cibubur Mall in Bekasi, Indonesia, on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, prompting the evacuation of hundreds of visitors. The blaze reportedly began around 1:40 p.m. Local time in the roof area and spread across a portion of the structure.

What Happened?

Witnesses reported seeing thick black smoke rising into the air, fueled by strong winds. Panic ensued inside the mall as fire alarms sounded, leading to a swift evacuation of shoppers and staff. Eyewitnesses described the fire as large, with smoke quickly infiltrating interior spaces.

Response and Containment

The Bekasi Fire and Rescue Service deployed firefighters to the scene, with multiple fire trucks dispatched to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading to lower levels or adjacent commercial areas. Emergency crews subsequently initiated cooling operations in the affected sections of the mall.

Cause and Damage

Preliminary investigations suggest the fire was caused by sparks from welding during signage installation, according to Kompas.com. The extent of the material damage is still under investigation. As of the latest reports, no fatalities have been reported, and authorities are continuing to inspect the building.

About Ciputra Cibubur Mall

Mal Ciputra Cibubur, located on Jalan Alternatif Cibubur in Bekasi, is a four-story shopping mall offering a variety of tenants, including restaurants, cafes, and entertainment options such as a cinema and children’s play areas. According to the mall’s website, it is designed as a family-friendly lifestyle center. The mall is part of the CitraGran Cibubur complex, a residential area established by Ciputra Group in 1997, and shares a building with a four-star hotel. It opened on June 27, 2013, as a revitalization of the former Mal CitraGran. Wikipedia

Authorities continue to investigate the incident and assess the full impact of the fire on the mall and surrounding areas.