Ahmedabad, March 15
A small fire broke out in a temporary cabin structure near the non-operational area opposite Terminal 1 of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad on Sunday, officials said.
Officials added that the blaze was quickly brought under control and airport operations were not affected.
The incident was reported at around 02:43 p.m. outside the aircraft movement area of the airport.
According to preliminary information, the fire occurred in a temporary cabin structure located near the air cargo section, close to the old GUJSAIL building within the airport premises.
Smoke was seen rising into the sky after the fire broke out, prompting an immediate response from airport authorities.
Security personnel and staff present at the site alerted the airport's fire services as soon as the flames were noticed.
The aerodrome rescue and firefighting team arrived at the scene and began firefighting operations without delay.
Officials said the fire was contained within minutes and did not spread to nearby facilities. No injuries or casualties were reported in the incident.
"The Aerodrome Rescue and Fire Fighting teams responded immediately and brought the situation under control within minutes. No injuries or deaths have been reported," the spokesperson said.
The spokesperson added that airport operations, including flight movements, remained normal throughout the incident and were not affected by the fire.
Authorities said the exact cause of the blaze has not yet been determined.
Officials from the airport administration have begun examining the circumstances surrounding the incident.
An internal assessment of the affected structure and surrounding area is also being carried out as part of the ongoing inquiry.
Airport officials said further details would be shared once the examination into the cause of the fire is completed.
- IANS
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