Heathrow Airport Closed for 24 Hours Due to Electrical Substation Fire. All Flights Cancelled, Thousands of Homes Without Power, Authorities Working to Restore Services.
London Heathrow Airport: London's Heathrow Airport was temporarily closed on Friday following a fire at a nearby electrical substation, disrupting the airport's power supply. All arriving and departing flights have been cancelled as a result.
Airport Administration Advises Passengers
Heathrow Airport administration issued an official statement saying, "The safety of our passengers and staff is paramount. Therefore, Heathrow will remain closed until 11:59 PM on March 21st." The administration urged passengers not to travel to the airport and to contact their respective airlines for updates on their flights.
Fire Department Responds to Substation Fire
The power outage is attributed to a fire at a nearby electrical substation. The fire department was alerted immediately following the incident. Ten fire engines were dispatched to the scene, approximately three kilometers north of Heathrow Airport.
Power Crisis Deepens in West London
According to local media reports, the fire has caused a widespread power outage affecting thousands of homes in West London. The power cuts are causing significant disruption to residents. It remains unclear when normal operations will resume at Heathrow Airport.
When Will Services Resume at Heathrow Airport?
However, an airport spokesperson stated that it is not yet possible to confirm when operations will resume. Authorities have begun working rapidly to contain the fire, but the airport is unlikely to function smoothly until power is fully restored.
