London: Heathrow Airport was shut down due to a massive power cut caused by a fire. Authorities announced that flight operations would be halted for two days and urged passengers to avoid the airport. The fire reportedly broke out at an electric substation supplying power to the airport, leading to the disruption.

A major fire occurred at a substation in Hayes, located in the London Borough of Hillingdon, affecting electricity supply to Heathrow Airport and around 16,000 homes. With operations suspended, officials closed the airport, rerouted multiple flights, and have yet to provide a clear timeline for resuming services. Frustrated passengers have criticized the lack of alternative power solutions, sparking jokes online.

The thick smoke and dust from the fire have caused distress in Hillingdon, prompting officials to deploy 10 fire engines and 200 personnel to contain the blaze. Around 150 people were evacuated to safety, while authorities advised locals to stay indoors and keep their windows and doors shut. Heathrow, one of the world's busiest airports, ranked fourth in traffic last year, but the latest fire incident has led to a flood of memes on social media.