Massive Car Fire Erupts at Gatwick’s North Terminal – Quick Action Saves the Day

Blaze Breaks Out in Long-Stay Car Park

Last night, a vehicle fire erupted in the long-stay car park at London Gatwick Airport’s North Terminal. The flames quickly sparked concern, with a witness on social media describing it as a “Massive vehicle fire at Gatwick North terminal Parking – spreading.”

Emergency Services Blitz the Blaze

Gatwick Airport teamed up with the West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service (WSFRS) to tackle the fire swiftly. Thanks to their rapid response, the blaze was extinguished with no injuries reported.

Car Park Remains Open – No Suspicious Activity

A spokesperson said: “The car park is still open for passengers. This is not being treated as suspicious. We are grateful to the fire services for responding quickly and containing the incident.”

History of Fires Raises Concerns

This isn’t the first time Gatwick’s car park faced fire troubles. A previous blaze, possibly caused by a leaking fuel line, also affected around 1,200 vehicles.

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