Heathrow airport closure: Everything we know about the Hayes substation fire and effects of grounded flights

A massive fire at an electricity substation near Heathrow Airport has caused delays and cancellations for thousands of passengers, with up to 1,351 flights affected. Around 70 firefighters battled the blaze throughout the night, causing a widespread power cut that impacted the airport and surrounding homes. The cause of the fire remains unknown, leading to evacuations of nearby residents and a significant disruption to air travel at Europe’s biggest airport.

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