Roof Collapse at Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta Airport Triggers Panic Amid Heavy Rain
WATCH: Roof collapse at Jakarta airport after heavy rain captured in viral video; triggers panic
Hindustan Times
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A section of the roof at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta, Indonesia, collapsed during heavy rainfall on Monday, causing panic among passengers. The incident occurred in Terminal 3, leading to water leakage and debris falling, but airport officials managed the situation quickly.
- 01Roof collapse occurred at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport's Terminal 3.
- 02The incident was triggered by heavy rainfall affecting the airport for several days.
- 03Passengers reported panic as debris fell, but no injuries were reported.
- 04Airport officials responded swiftly to manage the situation and ensure safety.
- 05Monitoring of the airport's infrastructure will continue for 24 hours.
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On Monday afternoon, a section of the roof at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta, Indonesia, collapsed due to heavy rainfall, causing significant panic among travelers. The incident took place in Terminal 3, specifically above Gate 7, around 1:40 PM local time. A viral video captured the moment when water began leaking from the ceiling, leading to the eventual collapse of the panels. Passengers rushed to safety as debris fell, although thankfully, there were no reported injuries. Yudistiawan, the Assistant Deputy Communication and Legal Officer for the airport, confirmed that the disruption lasted about five minutes and was quickly addressed by airport personnel. They restricted access to the affected area and began cleanup efforts immediately. The airport will continue to monitor its infrastructure for any potential issues over the next 24 hours to ensure passenger safety.
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The roof collapse at a major international airport could affect flight schedules and passenger safety, leading to potential delays and heightened security measures.
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