💨 Abstract

A fire at a nearby electrical substation has led to the closure of Britain's Heathrow Airport, the world's fifth-largest, causing disruption to global aviation for days and estimated costs of tens of millions of dollars. Experts criticize the airport for lack of proper contingency planning. The shutdown affects over 1,300 scheduled flights and has potential long-term impacts due to the airport's high capacity and critical infrastructure role.

Courtesy: theprint.in

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