Heathrow Airport, one of the world’s busiest airports, has been forced to close its operations on Friday due to a significant power outage caused by a large fire at a nearby electrical substation. The fire, which occurred at an electrical substation that supplies power to the airport, has resulted in a substantial disruption to Heathrow’s operations.
In a statement released on X, Heathrow Airport announced that the power outage has made it necessary to close the airport until 23h59 on March 21. The airport has advised travelers to stay away from the airport and to contact their airline for further information on their flights.
A spokesperson for Heathrow Airport has confirmed that fire crews responded to the incident, but there is currently no clarity on when power may be reliably restored. The spokesperson also warned that the airport expects significant disruption over the coming days, which will likely impact flights and travel plans for thousands of passengers.
Heathrow Airport has apologized for the inconvenience caused by the power outage and has reassured passengers that they are working as hard as possible to resolve the situation. The airport has promised to provide an update when more information on the resumption of operations is available.
The closure of Heathrow Airport is likely to have a significant impact on air travel in the region, with many flights expected to be delayed or canceled. Passengers are advised to check with their airline for the latest information on their flights and to follow Heathrow Airport’s social media accounts for updates on the situation.
The incident highlights the importance of having robust emergency procedures in place to deal with unexpected disruptions. Heathrow Airport’s response to the power outage will be closely watched, and the airport will be working to minimize the impact on passengers and to restore normal operations as soon as possible.
