London’s Heathrow Airport has been closed until midnight tonight following a devastating fire at a nearby electrical substation. The blaze triggered a massive power outage, disrupting flights globally.
In a statement, Heathrow Airport announced: “Due to a fire at an electrical substation supplying the airport, Heathrow is experiencing a significant power outage. To maintain the safety of our passengers and colleagues, Heathrow will be closed until 23h59 on 21 March.”
Passengers have been advised not to travel to the airport and to contact their airlines for further information. A Heathrow spokesperson warned of potential disruptions in the coming days, urging travelers to avoid the airport today.
Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
