Logan Responds to Cargo Alert, Clears Flight
Republic Airways flight evacuated at Logan Airport after false cargo fire alarm
Logan Airport Plane Evacuated Over Cargo Alert
A Republic Airways flight at Logan International Airport was evacuated Tuesday morning after a warning light indicated a possible cargo hold fire, Massport officials said. All passengers safely exited the aircraft at gate E1 with no reported injuries. The incident was declared an Alert II at 11:44 AM, prompting response from Massport Fire and State Police.
False Alarm Triggers Emergency Response
The evacuation occurred after the plane had already landed and reached the gate when the cargo hold warning system activated. Alert II declarations at airports indicate potential fire or smoke situations requiring immediate emergency response. Massport Fire and State Police worked together to ensure passenger safety while investigating the reported issue. Airport emergency protocols require full evacuation and inspection whenever cargo hold fire warnings activate, even after landing.
Investigation Finds Equipment Malfunction
After a thorough investigation, firefighters found no evidence of fire or any issues in the cargo area, according to Massport officials. The warning light activation was determined to be a malfunction in the aircraft's detection system. Massport, which operates Logan Airport, confirmed that the investigation found no problems with the aircraft itself. The alert was terminated at 12:09 PM, and all emergency assets cleared the ramps by 12:13 PM.
Airport Operations Resume After Brief Disruption
The incident caused a temporary disruption at Logan Airport Tuesday morning but was resolved without any safety concerns. Emergency response lasted approximately 30 minutes from the initial Alert II declaration until all assets cleared. Officials didn't immediately say when passengers would be able to continue their journey or whether Republic Airways provided alternate travel arrangements.
Passengers Face Delays After Safety Evacuation
Travelers on the Republic Airways flight faced delays while officials investigated the cargo hold warning and cleared the aircraft for continued operations. It wasn't immediately clear when passengers would be able to continue their journey, though Massport confirmed no safety issues were found. Passengers traveling through Logan Airport can check Moovit for real-time updates on ground transportation connections to and from the airport.
