FIRE INCIDENT WITH NO INJURIES CLOSES TERMINAL 1E IN JKIA
While efforts are underway to restore operations at Terminal 1E, which handles all international arrivals by non-SkyTeam airlines, the agency furnished assurances to customers utilizing the airport on their safety and convenience.
Following a fire incident that resulted in no injuries and was connected to an electrical malfunction, Kenya Airport Authority (KAA) has shuttered Terminal 1E at the nation's principal international airport.
The Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) fire was confined by reaction personnel, according to KAA, and no casualties were reported.
For continuity, all flight operations on the impacted Terminal were transferred to Terminal 1A.
In an update on Monday morning, KAA said, "All flight arrival operations have been redirected to Terminal 1A until further notice, to mitigate any inconvenience this may cause."
While efforts are underway to restore operations at Terminal 1E, which handles all international arrivals by non-SkyTeam airlines, the agency furnished assurances to customers utilizing the airport on their safety and convenience.
"KAA is taking all necessary measures to minimize disruptions and return to normal operations as soon as possible. We are committed to ensuring the safety and security of all passengers, staff, and stakeholders at our facilities."Timelines for the restart of operations at Terminal 1E were not provided by the agency, nevertheless.
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