FAAN confirms 6 injured in Lagos airport fire outbreak

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has confirmed six persons injured in the fire outbreak at Terminal 1 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos State.

FAAN, in a statement on Monday, said a crane was deployed to support rescue operations at the Control Tower, noting that all 14 persons initially trapped have been safely rescued and fully evacuated from the facility.

It stated that preliminary findings by the Fire Service revealed that the fire originated from the server room on the first floor of Terminal 1.

FAAN said the fire within the departure hall is now largely under control, while responders continue close monitoring to prevent any spread to adjoining sections of the terminal.

It said: “A total of six casualties — comprising three males and three females — were recorded, all of whom are in stable condition.

Fire guts Lagos airport terminal

“One affected individual has been transferred to the FAAN Headquarters Hospital for further medical evaluation and remains stable.”

It disclosed that the airspace has been temporarily closed, adding that the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has been working to establish a temporary Control Tower to enable the safe and timely restoration of airport operations soon.

“FAAN confirms that all emergency procedures were promptly activated and continues to collaborate with relevant emergency and support agencies to safeguard lives, infrastructure, and operational integrity,” it said.

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