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Large fire at parking lot near Paris airport destroys dozens of vehicles

A major fire at Charles de Gaulle airport leads to disruptions and visible smoke in downtown Paris.

Large fire at parking lot near Paris airport destroys dozens of vehicles
Photo: Wilfredor · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

On Tuesday, a large fire broke out at a parking lot near Roissy-Charles de Gaulle airport in the vicinity of Paris. The fire engulfed dozens of travelers' cars and caused chaos in the area.

The fire started at a business site in Louvres, located north of the French capital. The plume of smoke produced by the fire is visible as far as downtown Paris, causing concern among residents and travelers.

According to reports, the smoke is very thick, making it difficult to approach the area. Footage has circulated on social media showing the extent of the fire, with large amounts of black smoke polluting the air.

Large fire at parking lot near Paris airport destroys dozens of vehicles
Photo: Wilfredor · Wikimedia Commons · CC0

The fire has not only affected vehicles in the parking lot but has also led to disruptions in flight operations. It is still unclear how many flights have been impacted, but significant delays have been reported.

Emergency services are on-site to get the fire under control. So far, there have been no reports of injuries, but the situation is being monitored closely. Authorities are urging caution in the vicinity of the affected area.

The exact cause of the fire is currently unknown. An investigation will follow as the situation stabilizes.