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Gatwick airport alarms ring as North Terminal evacuated after fire alert
A mass evacuation of Gatwick airport was ordered on Monday 2 October, after alarms rang out in the North Terminal.
Thousands of passengers were forced out of the building after the fire alarm sounded.
Footage shows a near-empty terminal on Monday morning, as the sirens rang out.
Some of those who were evacuated complained of a lack of information as they stood outside and waited for updates before being allowed back in.
“London Gatwick’s North Terminal Departure Lounge was evacuated for a short time this morning due to a fire alarm being activated. As always, safety and security are our number one priority. We apologise to passengers for any inconvenience,” a statement from the airport read.
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