Hundreds evacuated from Perth Airport after fire alarm prompts mass evacuation
International terminal evacuated; re-screening required; officials say operations resumed as security checks continue
An emergency at Perth Airport prompted a mass evacuation of hundreds of passengers from the international terminal after a fire alarm was triggered on Wednesday afternoon, authorities said. The incident occurred shortly after 5 p.m. AEST, prompting a rapid response from fire crews and police.
Emergency services arrived quickly and the terminal was cleared as a safety precaution. Officials said operations were later cleared to resume, but all passengers will need to be re-screened through security before continuing with their travel.
A Perth Airport spokesperson said the re-screening process is underway and it was not clear how many flights would be delayed.
Travelers were advised to check with their airlines for updates and to plan for possible delays as security re-screening proceeds.
There were no immediate reports of injuries, and authorities had not released details on the cause of the alarm.
By late in the day, airport officials indicated operations were returning to normal at the terminal, though disruptions could continue for passengers as screening continues. More information was expected as police and airport staff complete their assessment and provide updates for travelers and airlines.