08 Nov 2024 | 03:16 AM UTC
Australia: Fire and emergency landing prompting flight disruptions at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport as of the afternoon of Nov. 8
Flight disruptions ongoing at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, New South Wales, Australia, afternoon of Nov. 8. Reconfirm flights.
Emergency crews are responding to an emergency landing and grass fire near a runway at the Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), New South Wales State, the afternoon of Nov. 8. There are no immediate reports of casualties, and it is unclear if the two incidents are linked. Flight disruptions are ongoing at the facility; officials have said this will likely persist over the coming hours. The runway was briefly closed after an engine fault forced the emergency landing of a Qantas domestic flight.
A heightened security presence will likely continue in the affected area until the situation stabilizes. Road and business closures are possible in the vicinity. Building evacuations may be mandated as a precaution until clearance operations and investigations end.
Reconfirm flight reservations. Do not check out of accommodation without confirming onward travel. Seek alternative routes and allow additional time for travel to and from SYD. 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. Heed all official instructions, including evacuation orders.
