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American Airlines Flight 2045 Evacuated at SFO Due to Cabin Fire, 3 Injured

Jul 12, 2024, 08:50 PM

An American Airlines flight, Flight 2045, was evacuated at San Francisco International Airport on Friday morning after a fire broke out in the cabin. The incident occurred as the plane, which was bound for Miami, was taxiing to the gate. Smoke was detected in the cabin, leading to the emergency evacuation of the aircraft. Three minor injuries were reported, and one person required medical transportation. The fire was extinguished, and the situation was brought under control by airport officials.