19 Feb 2019 | 09:29 AM UTC
Italy: Ciampino airport in Rome closed due to a fire Feb. 19
Authorities suspend operations at Ciampino International Airport (CIA) due to a fire February 19; anticipate significant flight disruptions
Event
Airport officials suspended flight operations at Rome's Ciampino G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) on Tuesday morning (local time), February 19, due to fire at one of the airport's terminals. Passengers have also been evacuated from the terminal. According to airport officials, the airport will remain closed until further notice. Significant flight disruptions (delays and cancelations) are to be expected at CIA in the coming hours.
Advice
Individuals at or traveling via CIA are advised to confirm the status of their flights, to allow for extra time to reach their gates, and contact their airlines for further details.
