Heathrow Airport has temporarily closed due to a fire at a nearby electrical substation, which resulted in a significant power outage affecting operations. Although the National Grid has reconfigured its network to restore power partially to the airport, uncertainty remains regarding full restoration. Heathrow's operations are suspended until at least 23:59 on March 21, with travelers urged to check with airlines for updates. Investigations into the cause of the fire are ongoing, with officials confirming no foul play suspected. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is monitoring the situation closely.
The London Fire Brigade announced that a fire at an electricity substation in Hayes that broke out Thursday night and shut down the airport was under control.
Heathrow Airport said on Friday that it still did not know when power would be restored, adding that it would provide additional information whenever possible.
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