Chaos at Stansted Airport as passengers swarm security gates after fire in departure lounge
Long delays at Stansted Airport after fire causes chaos
- A small fire in the Escape Lounge at Stansted Airport's departure lounge caused severe delays for passengers on Wednesday.
- Fire crews were called at 3.30 am after significant smoke was seen billowing through the terminal.
- The fire has since been extinguished, and airport officials confirmed there were no reported injuries.
- Security has reopened, but Stansted Airport warns of continued long delays and advises travellers to check their flight status.
- Watch the video in full above.