Ahmedabad Airport Flooded with Knee-Deep Water, Passengers Asked to Check with Airlines
Ira Singh
23 July’23
In a shocking turn of events, Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport has been inundated with knee-deep water following heavy rainfall in the region. The airport’s operations have been severely disrupted, leading to significant inconvenience for travelers as flights have been delayed or canceled. Passengers have been advised to check with their respective airlines for updates on their travel plans.
The sudden deluge caught airport authorities off guard, and they have been working tirelessly to manage the crisis and minimize disruption. However, despite their efforts, the torrential downpour has caused widespread waterlogging, affecting both the terminal buildings and the runway.
Sharing the visuals of water outside the Gujarat airport a user on Twitter informed that it took her almost 40 minutes to disembark from her flight.
The visuals show passengers scouring to make it to the airport due to knee-deep water and airport officials trying to run the operations smoothly while covered in water protective equipment.
“Due to heavy rains and water logging around the airport, we request all passengers to check with their respective airlines before starting their journey. Passengers are also advised to avoid parking at the airport facility.” Ahmedabad Airport shared the information on their official Twitter page.