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Laptop ignites on US flight, injuring up to five passengers
✍️ India Today
🗓 23 Aug 2026, 09:37 PM
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A laptop caught fire aboard a United States flight, leaving four to five passengers with burns.
A laptop ignited while a flight was operating within the United States, prompting immediate concern among crew and passengers. The fire originated from the electronic device and quickly spread to the surrounding area of the cabin.
Emergency protocols were activated, and the cabin crew used fire‑extinguishing equipment to control the blaze. As a result of the incident, four to five passengers sustained burn injuries of varying severity.
Medical assistance was provided on board, and the aircraft made an unscheduled landing to ensure the injured received professional care. Authorities are investigating the cause of the laptop fire and reviewing safety procedures for electronic devices on aircraft.
Emergency protocols were activated, and the cabin crew used fire‑extinguishing equipment to control the blaze. As a result of the incident, four to five passengers sustained burn injuries of varying severity.
Medical assistance was provided on board, and the aircraft made an unscheduled landing to ensure the injured received professional care. Authorities are investigating the cause of the laptop fire and reviewing safety procedures for electronic devices on aircraft.