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How do airports handle disruptions?
Narita Airport provided sleeping bags, water, and food to the 7,000 stranded passengers. Airports have emergency protocols for major disruptions like this, aiming to ensure passenger safety and basic comfort. These plans cover everything from power outages to mass evacuations and severe weather.
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