FAAN probes MMIA Terminal 2 fire scare, restores operations

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By Dickson Omobola

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Normal operations have resumed at Terminal 2 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA, Lagos, as the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, investigates a fire scare after preliminary findings showed there was no actual fire at the facility.

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It was earlier reported that a fire incident had occurred at Terminal 2, with FAAN stating that there were no casualties.

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Providing an update on the development, FAAN’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Mr Henry Agbebire, disclosed that the smoke observed in the affected area resulted from the discharge of the terminal’s FM-200 fire suppression system.

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Agbebire, in the statement, said the reason for the activation of the fire suppression system was being investigated, adding that normal operations had resumed at the terminal.

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The statement reads: “Further to our earlier advisory regarding the incident at Terminal 2 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, FAAN wishes to provide the following update.

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“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.

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

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“FAAN appreciates the understanding and cooperation of passengers, airlines, airport users and all stakeholders, and reiterates its commitment to the safety and security of all airport operations.”

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