Charlotte, NC – Fire at Airport Parking Deck Injures Three

Charlotte, NC (August 10, 2024) – A fire broke out in the hourly parking deck at 5488 Josh Birmingham Pkwy, Charlotte Airport. The blaze, initially sparked by a car fire around 9 a.m., led to injuries for two officers and one civilian. One officer was hospitalized for treatment.

Charlotte Fire Department responded to the scene with multiple crews, encountering visible smoke and flames. The fire prompted temporary closures of the hourly parking deck and valet services. The upper departure level was also closed but has reopened. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, with further details expected as the inquiry progresses.