FAAN Debunks Fire Scare at Lagos Airport Terminal 2, explains cause of smoke

FAAN Debunks Fire Scare at Lagos Airport Terminal 2, explains cause of smoke

 

FAAN has dismissed reports of a fire outbreak at Terminal 2 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, clarifying that Sunday’s emergency was triggered by the discharge of the terminal’s fire suppression system rather than an actual fire.

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), in an updated statement on Sunday, explained that preliminary investigations revealed the smoke seen within parts of the terminal was caused by the activation of the FM-200 fire suppression system.

The authority said investigations are underway to establish what caused the automatic system to discharge.

“Preliminary findings indicate that there was no fire at the terminal. The smoke observed within the affected area resulted from the discharge of the terminal’s FM-200 fire suppression system. The reason for the activation of the fire suppression system is currently being investigated,” FAAN stated.

The clarification followed an earlier announcement by the authority that an incident had occurred at the terminal, prompting the immediate deployment of its Aerodrome Rescue and Firefighting Service (ARFFS) and the activation of emergency response procedures as a precaution.

FAAN confirmed that the incident did not result in any injuries or casualties.

It also assured passengers and other airport users that normal activities have fully resumed, with passenger processing and flight operations continuing without disruption.

“Normal operations have since resumed at the terminal, while detailed investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause of the incident,” the authority added.

FAAN expressed appreciation to passengers, airlines and other stakeholders for their patience and cooperation during the emergency response, reaffirming its commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and security across Nigeria’s airports.

The Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos remains Nigeria’s busiest aviation gateway, serving thousands of domestic and international travellers daily.