The fire in an electrical substation that caused widespread energy declines and forced the closing of Heathrow airport in London is “now under control,” according to the London Fire Department.
“The fire in Hayes is now under control, but we will remain on site all day,” said the London Fire Department in an X update.
The fire in is now under control, but we will remain on scene throughout the day.
Our fire investigators will begin their investigation & we will continue working closely with our partners to minimise disruption and support the community
— London Fire Brigade (@LondonFire)
“Our fire investigators will start the investigation and we will continue to work together with our partners to minimize the interruption and support the community.”
The firefighters worked all night to erase the, a London suburb located just a few km from Heathrow airport, the.
The cause of the fire remains investigated.