Heathrow Airport has shut down operations for an entire day due to a fire at a nearby electrical substation, impacting one of the busiest airports globally. The closure, effective until 23:59 on March 21, led to numerous flight diversions; 120 flights were redirected to alternate locations or returned to their origin amid safety concerns. Thousands of local residents lost power due to the blaze, prompting evacuations. The London Fire Brigade responded with considerable resources to control the fire and cooperate with partners to minimize disruptions.
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.
The fire has caused a power outage affecting a large number of homes and local businesses, and we are working closely with our partners to minimize disruption.
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