A fire at an electrical substation near London’s Heathrow Airport caused power outages, leading to flight cancellations affecting hundreds of thousands of passengers. The closure of Heathrow, Europe’s busiest airport, forced travelers to reroute through other London-area airports. Witnesses described a fireball and a loud explosion during the blaze. Several airlines, including Air India and Emirates, suspended or diverted flights due to the closure. The closure also impacted airports in other countries, with some flights from Tokyo and Hong Kong being rerouted. The closure had a significant impact on global air travel, with experts comparing it to past disruptions like 9/11. The fire was brought under control after several hours, but the impact on air travel continued, with Lufthansa Group also cancelling flights. The UK government described the fire as “catastrophic” and “unprecedented.” Airlines and passengers were advised to contact airlines for rebooking options, with some receiving refunds or compensation under EU regulations. The closure of Heathrow, which typically handles millions of passengers, led to widespread disruption and challenges for travelers. Despite the fire being under control, the impact on air travel and affected travelers continued.
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