Passengers flying into and out of Leeds Bradford Airport were hit with delays on Sunday(July 7) when a fire alarm went off in the departure lounge.
Those affected took to social media to share the news, as people waiting for flights were evacuated from the building.
Fire crews were called to the scene to carry out safety and security checks.
In a statement, a Leeds Bradford Airport spokesperson said: “At around 19:15 yesterday evening a fire alarm was triggered in our departure lounge. West Yorkshire fire service conducted both a fire safety and security sweep.
"The building was declared safe, though the source is still being determined.
“This process lasted around an hour, which delayed some of our passengers. We successfully processed everyone back through security in about 25mins.
"We would like to thank the fire service for their swift response and our passengers for their patience and understanding. Maintenance teams are on site undertaking further investigations.”
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