Massive Blaze Halts Operations at Heathrow Airport

A significant fire at an electrical sub-station has led to the closure of Britain's Heathrow Airport. The fire brigade and police are currently investigating the incident to determine the cause. The blaze has caused considerable disruption to one of the world's busiest airports.


Devdiscourse News Desk | London | Updated: 21-03-2025 16:41 IST | Created: 21-03-2025 16:41 IST
Massive Blaze Halts Operations at Heathrow Airport
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Emergency services and police are collaborating to determine the cause of a large fire at an electrical sub-station near London's Heathrow Airport. The massive blaze forced the closure of the airport on Friday, severely disrupting operations.

Fire-fighting teams worked tirelessly to bring the situation under control as investigations got underway. The incident highlighted the vulnerability of critical infrastructure servicing one of the world's most active travel hubs.

Authorities are now focused on ensuring safety and restoring services while addressing the severe disruptions caused to air travel schedules at the airport.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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