Fire at Hayes Substation Shuts Down London Heathrow Airport for a Day

A power outage caused by the fire has disrupted 120 flights and left thousands of households without electricity in the London region.

London Heathrow Airport, Europe's largest airport, will remain closed until 23:59 local time on March 21, 2025, due to safety concerns following a substation fire.
The fire at the Hayes substation caused a significant power outage, impacting airport operations and regional electricity supply.
Approximately 120 flights have been disrupted, with planes rerouted to alternative airports or returned to their departure points.
Emergency services, including 70 firefighters and 10 fire engines, responded to the blaze and have since contained the fire.
Thousands of households in the London area are still without power as authorities work to address the outage and its effects.