Five individuals, including four firefighters and an airport employee, were hospitalized as a result of the significant fire at London's Luton Airport. Their injuries necessitated medical attention, and they were admitted to the hospital for treatment. The specific nature and extent of their injuries have not been provided, but their admission to the hospital reflects the seriousness of the incident and the response by medical personnel to address potential health concerns related to the fire.
Airport closure following a significant fire
After a major fire partially collapsed a parking facility at London's Luton Management, the management briefly canceled all flights and encouraged travelers to avoid the airport. The airport made public its intention to put passenger and employee safety first. On Wednesday, October 11, at 12 p.m., all flights were canceled. There were still significant limitations on getting to and from the airport.
Injuries reported
A fire broke out in the airport's newly built car park around 9 p.m. (2000 GMT). Five people were admitted to the hospital, including four firefighters and an airport employee, while another person received on-site treatment. According to a local ambulance service, this incident resulted in casualties.
Witness accounts
Witnesses described the rapid escalation of the fire, with one individual stating that within minutes, most of the upper floor was engulfed in flames, causing car alarms to go off with loud explosions from burning vehicles. The fire's speed and intensity were remarkable, according to witnesses on the scene.
Emergency response
The Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service deployed teams to combat the fire and prevent it from spreading to nearby structures and vehicles. The fire severely damaged one-half of the structure and caused significant structural collapse. Residents in the vicinity were advised to keep their windows and doors closed and avoid the affected area.
Airport and significance
About 25 miles (40 kilometers) to the north of the city center of London is where you'll find Luton Airport. It is one of the six major airports that serve the capital of the United Kingdom and acts as a hub for a variety of low-cost airlines. Around 13 million passengers were processed via this airport in 2022. Air travel activities at this significant transportation facility have been hampered as a result of the temporary shutdown and the measures to put out the fire.
