Blaze at Wellington Airport Causes Chaos: Flights Diverted, Terminal Evacuation

A fire at Wellington Airport, New Zealand led to evacuations and flight diversions. With no injuries reported, the airport's southwest pier and main terminal were evacuated. Various fire units responded, and Air New Zealand flights were temporarily held due to the incident, urging passengers to check flight updates.

A fire broke out at Wellington Airport in New Zealand's capital on Friday, prompting evacuations and flight diversions.

Emergency crews, including five fire appliances and two ladder trucks, responded to the scene alongside the airport's fire brigade.

While the southwest pier and the main terminal were evacuated without reported injuries, incoming flights were temporarily rerouted, affecting Air New Zealand, the airport's primary carrier.