10 Mar 2024 | 03:30 PM UTC
Russia: Flight disruptions reported due to structure fire near Pulkovo Airport, Saint Petersburg, late March 10
Flight disruptions due to structure fire near Pulkovo Airport, Saint Petersburg, Russia, late March 10; reconfirm flights.
Flight disruptions are ongoing at Saint Petersburg's Pulkovo Airport (LED) as of late March 10; emergency service crews are responding to an ongoing structure fire affecting a nearby hangar. The cause of the blaze remains unclear. Two people are reportedly injured due to the fire.
Flight disruptions are likely in the coming hours as emergency crews extinguish the fire and officials process the flight backlog prompted by the disruptions. Heightened security and localized transport and business disruptions are likely. Authorities may evacuate nearby buildings as a precaution.
Reconfirm flights to and from LED and follow local travel and security advice. Avoid the area until the situation stabilizes and authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes to circumvent the affected location. Heed official instructions. Consider remaining indoors as smoke is heavy, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness such as asthma or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water.
