AviationNews – A major fire erupted at the cargo terminal of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on Saturday, forcing a complete suspension of all flight operations. The blaze has prompted a large-scale emergency response, but no casualties have been reported so far.
The fire reportedly began on Saturday afternoon in the airport’s cargo village, an area used to store imported goods. In response, dozens of firefighting units were dispatched to the scene. The emergency effort was significantly escalated, with fire units from the Bangladesh Air Force, Navy, and Army, as well as Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) platoons, joining the operation to contain the blaze.
The immediate operational impact was severe, with authorities confirming that all takeoffs and landings were suspended as a precaution, grinding air traffic at the nation’s busiest airport to a halt. Thick black smoke was seen billowing from the cargo terminal, but officials stated that passenger terminals were not directly affected by the fire itself. Several inbound flights were diverted to other airports in Bangladesh.
“All our aircraft are confirmed safe,” an airport spokesperson told local media. “Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.” Airport officials have urged cooperation as emergency teams work to manage the situation.
The priority remains extinguishing the fire and ensuring the safety of the airport infrastructure. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the blaze, which remains unknown.
In summary, the major fire at Dhaka’s international airport has caused significant operational disruption, with all flight operations suspended. While emergency crews, including military units, work to control the situation, travelers face significant delays and diversions. The focus will soon shift to investigating the cause and safely resuming operations.
