Fire Alarm Activation at Charlotte Douglas International Airport – Delta Concourse Customs Area

Summary: A fire alarm was reported at the Delta Concourse, near the FIS (customs) area, at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway, Charlotte, NC). Multiple fire units were dispatched, including Battalion 8, Engines 62, 2, 42, Engine 17, and Ladder 13. The alarm was traced to room Delta-1-2530, near Gate Delta 3. Upon investigation, building maintenance staff reported that the alarm was triggered by floor grinding activities, not an actual fire. The situation was brought under control, and outside companies were released from the scene.