29 Apr 2019 | 05:02 AM UTC
Philippines: Ongoing fire near Manila Airport (MNL) April 29
Reports of ongoing fire at Pacific Coast Plaza in Parañaque City, near Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), on April 29; localized disruptions expected for coming hours
Event
A large fire began in a high-rise condominium building in Metro Manila near Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) on Monday, April 29. As of 12:37 (local time), a fire was ongoing in the Pacific Coast Plaza building in Parañaque City, south of the capital. Emergency personnel are responding to the fire and localized disruptions are expected in the coming hours. Congestion and related disruptions to airport operations are possible at MNL until the fire is extinguished.
Advice
Individuals in Parañaque City are advised to monitor the situation, avoid the area, and anticipate localized disruptions are expected in the coming hours. Travelers flying through MNL are advised to allow additional time to reach the airport and anticipate possible disruptions to airport operations.
