The Charlotte Fire Department swiftly responded to a structure fire at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport on Thursday morning. Heavy smoke was witnessed emanating from the old control tower, prompting immediate action.

According to firefighters, four construction workers initially found themselves trapped by the dense smoke. The situation escalated, causing the fire to reach two alarms. However, the skilled response of the fire department enabled them to gain control of the situation within a mere 10 minutes.

Remarkably, all four construction workers were able to self-evacuate without sustaining any injuries. Airport officials confirmed that the tower was already out of commission and not in use at the time of the fire incident.

Charlotte Fire Battalion Chief John Lipcsak emphasized that the old FAA control tower had no impact on normal air traffic control operations. He assured that the incident did not disrupt airport activities.

An eyewitness account described witnessing flames originating from the bottom of the structure, gradually ascending upwards. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by authorities. Despite the incident, operations at the airport remained unaffected.

This is an ongoing story, and further updates are available on wsoctv.com. The incident brings attention to the crucial role of advanced technology in easing travel challenges, as recently discussed in a video highlighting potential solutions at Charlotte Douglas Airport.

We commend the swift and effective response of the Charlotte Fire Department, ensuring the safety of the construction workers and averting any further damage to the airport's operations.