A sudden incident at Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston led to a delay of a British Airways flight Friday evening. An air conditioning unit in a lounge area sparked a fire, prompting a swift evacuation of passengers and staff from the affected terminal.
Authorities on site reported that the Jamaica Fire Brigade arrived promptly and managed to contain the blaze, ensuring there was no threat to life or property. Transport Minister Daryl Vaz confirmed that while the situation caused operational delays—specifically for one British Airways flight waiting on the tarmac—the overall safety of the airport remained uncompromised.
Other scheduled flights are reported to be unaffected by the incident as airport officials continue to assess and restore normal operations. Further updates are expected as the situation develops.
