Kenya’s Nairobi Airport resumes flight operations after massive fire
Kenya’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi has partially commenced flight operations, after a massive fire destroyed parts of the major air-transport hub on Wednesday.
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The fire started at around 5am local time and spread to the airport’s international arrivals and immigration area, during the peak season for tourism in Kenya.
The fire was contained and no casualties have been reported. However, the cause of fire is yet to be identified.
With reports of several passengers being left stranded, the airport has started cargo and domestic services, with several flights being diverted to other regional hubs.
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