Fri Mar 21 08:10:59 UTC 2025: ## Heathrow Airport Shuts Down After Nearby Fire Causes Power Outage
**London, UK** – A major fire near London’s Heathrow Airport caused a widespread power outage, forcing the complete closure of the airport for the entire day. Thousands of passengers faced significant delays and disruption as flights were grounded and departures cancelled. Authorities have confirmed the airport is now back in operation, but the extent of the ongoing disruption remains unclear.
The fire, the cause of which is currently under investigation, triggered a power failure impacting critical airport infrastructure. This led to the immediate suspension of all flight operations, creating widespread chaos for travellers. The scale of the incident led to lengthy queues and widespread confusion at the airport.
Heathrow officials are working to restore normal operations and are urging passengers to check with their airlines for the latest updates on flight schedules. The investigation into the cause of the fire is underway. The full financial impact of the day-long closure is yet to be assessed.
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