Breaking news: Fire near London’s Heathrow Airport throws global travel into disarray

Tens of thousands of travelers worldwide were stranded.

View in browser March 21, 2025, 9:03 a.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Isabel Infantes/Reuters Fire Halts Operations at London's Heathrow Airport, Throwing Global Travel Into Disarray Travel chaos rippled across the globe as the airport, one of the world's top flight hubs, ground to a halt following a power outage caused by a major fire at a nearby electricity substation. Follow live updates More coverage Here's what we know about the Heathrow closure. → "We are stuck": The closure is creating havoc for travelers. → Want to stay updated on what's happening in East Asia, Northern Europe and Southern Europe? Sign up for Your Places: Global Update, and we'll send our latest coverage to your inbox. Get it in your inbox Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018