The 175 guests of the Sheraton hotel in Zaventem had to be evacuated last night
- Brussels, Belgium - The Sheraton hotel at Brussels National Airport in Zaventem experienced a brief but concerning evacuation in the early hours of Thursday morning, December 26, 2024,...
- Timeline: The fire department received the initial call around 12:30 a.m.
- Initial reports suggested a vehicle fire, prompting the emergency response.
Sheraton Brussels Airport Hotel Evacuated Due to Early Morning Fire
Brussels, Belgium – The Sheraton hotel at Brussels National Airport in Zaventem experienced a brief but concerning evacuation in the early hours of Thursday morning, December 26, 2024, following a fire that originated in a technical room within the hotel’s underground parking area. Firefighters confirmed the incident and reported no injuries among the 175 guests and staff present.
Initial reports suggested a vehicle fire, prompting the emergency response. However, upon arrival, firefighters from the West Flemish Brabant zone determined the source of the fire was a technical room located within the parking structure. As a precautionary measure, all 175 hotel guests were safely evacuated to the airport’s departure hall while crews worked to extinguish the blaze and secure the area.
Airport officials and hotel management coordinated the guest relocation, ensuring minimal disruption to travelers. Firefighters successfully contained the fire, and guests were later permitted to return to their rooms.The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
This incident highlights the importance of robust fire safety protocols in large hotels and transportation hubs. The swift response of the West Flemish Brabant fire department and the efficient evacuation procedures ensured the safety of all those affected.