Heathrow Airport
Massive Fire Shuts Down British Travel Hub …
Thousands of Travelers Left Scrambling
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The London Fire Brigade said the inferno broke out overnight at the substation and it took 70 firefighters to bring it under control. Nearly 5,000 homes are still without power and 150 area residents were evacuated as a precautionary measure.
Officials said 1,300 flights were affected and an estimated 145,000 passengers were also impacted. Officials also cautioned travelers there will be more disruptions over the next several days.
AP
