Somalia: Authorities respond to fire at Aden Adde International Airport in Mogadishu March 11 /update 1

Event

Emergency responders have reportedly extinguished a fire that broke out at Aden Adde International Airport (MGQ) on March 11. According to local sources, the blaze produced thick clouds of smoke in the immediate vicinity of the facility but caused only minimal flight disruptions. The cause of the fire is unclear; however; preliminary information suggests that the incident was not terrorism-related. No residual movement restrictions, traffic disruptions, or security impacts have been reported.

Advice

As a precaution, reconfirm route status if transiting the affected area. Heed the instructions of local security forces.