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Heathrow Airport closes as fire broke out at electrical substation
(MENAFN) London's Heathrow Airport, one of the world's busiest aviation hubs, handling millions of passengers each year, was forced to suspend all operations early Friday after a fire broke out at an electrical substation supplying power to the facility. The airport announced the closure in a statement posted on X, citing safety concerns for passengers and staff.
"To maintain the safety of our passengers and colleagues, Heathrow will be closed until 23:59 on 21 March," the statement read. Travelers have been advised to refrain from traveling to the airport during this period and to contact their respective airlines for further guidance regarding their travel plans.
The unprecedented closure is expected to cause widespread disruptions, impacting the travel plans of millions of passengers. Heathrow Airport handles over 80 million passengers annually, serving as a major international gateway and a critical transportation hub for the United Kingdom.
Airport officials acknowledged the significant inconvenience caused by the closure, stating, "We apologize for the inconvenience." However, they emphasized that the decision was made to prioritize the safety of all individuals at the airport.
The shutdown is expected to have a substantial impact on flight schedules and travel itineraries, causing widespread delays and potential cancellations.
"To maintain the safety of our passengers and colleagues, Heathrow will be closed until 23:59 on 21 March," the statement read. Travelers have been advised to refrain from traveling to the airport during this period and to contact their respective airlines for further guidance regarding their travel plans.
The unprecedented closure is expected to cause widespread disruptions, impacting the travel plans of millions of passengers. Heathrow Airport handles over 80 million passengers annually, serving as a major international gateway and a critical transportation hub for the United Kingdom.
Airport officials acknowledged the significant inconvenience caused by the closure, stating, "We apologize for the inconvenience." However, they emphasized that the decision was made to prioritize the safety of all individuals at the airport.
The shutdown is expected to have a substantial impact on flight schedules and travel itineraries, causing widespread delays and potential cancellations.
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