London Heathrow Airport has been shut down until March 21 after a massive fire at an electrical substation in Hayes triggered a widespread power outage. The airport confirmed the closure on X, stating, "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 are advised not to travel to the airport and should contact their airline for further information. We apologise for the inconvenience." The blaze erupted late Thursday night, with witnesses reporting a loud explosion before thick smoke engulfed the area. London Fire Brigade deployed 70 firefighters and 10 fire engines to tackle the flames at Nestles Avenue. London Fire: Power Outage Reported As Massive Blaze Erupts at Electrical Substation in Hayes, 70 Firefighters Rushed to Scene (Watch Videos).
Heathrow Airport Shuts Down Amid Power Outage
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 are advised not to travel to the airport… pic.twitter.com/7SWNJP8ojd
— Heathrow Airport (@HeathrowAirport) March 21, 2025
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