The Metropolitan police has confirmed that the counter-terrorism command is leading the investigation into a fire at a substation in Hayes, stating that there is “currently no indication of foul play.” The police are working with the London Fire Brigade to determine the cause of the fire, with a focus on critical national infrastructure. The involvement of the counter-terrorism command is described as routine and precautionary.
British Airways is offering flexible options for passengers affected by the Heathrow airport closure, allowing them to rebook flights for free. Downing Street has not confirmed when the airport will fully reopen, stating that the situation is evolving. Ofgem has promised to commission a review of the substation fire to understand its cause and the lessons to be learned from the incident.
Experts have called the substation fire at Heathrow highly rare and unusual, emphasizing the need for resilient energy infrastructure. The closure of Heathrow has led to significant disruption, with airlines offering extra flights to accommodate stranded passengers.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has warned of significant disruption over the coming days due to the closure of Heathrow airport. The fire at the substation has left homes without power and impacted businesses in the area. Emergency services are working to restore power and investigate the cause of the fire.
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