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Smoke Incident at Toronto Pearson Causes Apron Control Tower Evacuation and Flight Delays

Toronto Pearson Apron Control Tower Evacuated Due to Smoke, Delays Ensue
Image: Terminal Interior, Asheville Regional Airport, Asheville, NC by w_lemay via flickr, by-sa

Flight operations at Toronto Pearson Airport were disrupted on or before October 21, 2026, after smoke was reported in the apron control tower. The smoke incident prompted immediate evacuation of the tower, leading to delays across the airport’s flight schedule.

Passengers at Toronto Pearson Airport experienced delays as air traffic control was impacted by the evacuation. The event occurred within the airport premises in Canada, affecting the coordination of arrivals and departures until the situation was resolved.