Swift Response Quells Airport Fire Alarm

A minor fire broke out in a staff canteen at Chennai Airport's international departure area, causing smoke but resulting in no damage or disruption to air traffic. The fire, located near the airlines' offices, was quickly controlled by officials, ensuring uninterrupted flight operations.

A minor fire incident occurred at Chennai Airport on Tuesday, causing a brief alarm but resulting in no disruption to operations or significant damage, officials confirmed.

According to initial reports, the outbreak of smoke stemmed from a spark in a staff canteen located in the international departure area. The facility's team promptly tackled the issue.

A senior official further clarified, 'We hereby inform that there had been a minor fire in T2 departure near airlines offices area where some documents have been stored. The fire is under control now. No flight operations were affected due to this.' The next scheduled flight will depart as planned.

(With inputs from agencies.)