Fire at Dallas Love Field Airport? Emergency evacuation underway, videos surface

Videos circulating on social media show passengers being evacuated from the terminal.

Updated on: Jan 14, 2026, 03:10:48 IST

By Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan

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UPDATE: Dallas Love Field Airport has been given an all clear by Dallas Fire-Rescue following a fire alarm that triggered an emergency evacuation.

Travelers make their way through Love Field Airport in Dallas. (AP)

In a post on X, the airport said, "Dallas Fire-Rescue has cleared the alarm, and the TSA screening queue is reopening. The cause of the alarm is under investigation. Passengers may experience delays during security screening, so please be patient. Thank you for your understanding."

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Fox4News reported that Dallas Fire-Rescue responded to a fire alarm at Dallas Love Field just before 2:30 p.m., prompting a full evacuation of the terminal. The disruption grounded several flights and led to delays throughout the airport. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a temporary ground stop at Love Field through 3:30 p.m., citing “other.”

After inspecting the terminal, firefighters found no signs of smoke or fire, and an all-clear was issued. Passengers were allowed back inside, and TSA screening resumed around 3 p.m. Airport officials said the cause of the fire alarm remains under investigation.

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ORIGINAL STORY: An emergency evacuation is currently underway at Dallas Love Field Airport after a fire alarm was activated. Videos circulating on social media show passengers being evacuated from the terminal. At this time, it is unclear whether there is an active fire at the airport.

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In a post on X, airport officials confirmed the situation, saying, "Dallas Fire Rescue is responding to a fire alarm at DAL. For your safety, please follow the airport staff's instructions. We will provide updates as they become available from DFR. Thank you for your understanding."

This is breaking news story and will be updated with more information

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan
Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan leads the US Desk at Hindustan Times, where she writes, strategises coverage, and ensures quality across all beats. With eight years of experience covering US news for leading publications, she has reported extensively on politics, entertainment, and sports. Vaishnavi holds a graduate degree in English, Journalism, and Psychology, and completed her PG Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the Manorama School of Communication, where she was awarded the prestigious Mammen Mappillai Award for Best Outgoing Student. She began her career at the International Business Times (US Edition), covering US breaking news, politics, and entertainment. She later joined Opoyi, reporting across all beats, including US sports and trending stories. Prior to Hindustan Times, she served as World Lead at Times Now News, covering comprehensive world news and events. Vaishnavi has expertise in politics, entertainment, and breaking news, and enjoys tackling stories across a wide range of topics. Beyond the newsroom, she is an avid traveller, a foodie who loves exploring new restaurants, and a pop culture enthusiast who enjoys watching latest shows and films. She also enjoys engaging in debates and discussions on Reddit.Read More

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