Vape starts fire on Virgin flight to Melbourne, emergency crews respond
A vape ignited on a Virgin Australia flight to Melbourne, prompting an emergency declaration and a safe landing with no injuries.Summary
A vape device caught fire on a Virgin Australia flight VA328 during descent to Melbourne Airport on Sunday afternoon, triggering a PAN call and a response from emergency services. The Boeing 737 landed safely around 4:20 PM, and no injuries were reported. Emergency crews removed the device as a precaution. This incident highlights the fire risks associated with lithium-ion batteries in vapes and power banks, leading airlines like Virgin Australia and Qantas to tighten regulations regarding their use and transportation. Similar incidents, including power bank fires on flights and in airport lounges, have increased awareness of these safety concerns, especially given the increasing number of battery-powered devices passengers carry.
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