Non-public baggage hall at Brussels Airport Zaventem temporarily evacuated due to water leak with glycol

A water leak containing glycol was detected in a non-public baggage area at Brussels Airport early Thursday morning. The leak created a large puddle, prompting temporary evacuation of the area. Airport fire services and external emergency teams responded, and the area was reopened around 5 AM. Glycol, used in the climate control system, is harmless despite its specific odor. Travelers were able to check in normally, with their luggage temporarily set aside. The situation has since returned to normal operations.