Thousands flee Turkey airport fire

A HUGE fire engulfed the cargo section of Istanbul’s Ataturk International Airport yesterday, temporarily disrupting air traffic and causing thousands to flee nearby terminals.

Thousands flee Turkey airport fire
Thu, 25 May, 2006 - 01:00
Benjamin Harvey

A HUGE fire engulfed the cargo section of Istanbul’s Ataturk International Airport yesterday, temporarily disrupting air traffic and causing thousands to flee nearby terminals.

Three people were treated for smoke inhalation, said Istanbul Deputy Governor Fikret Kasapoglu.

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