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Massive Fire at Hayes Electrical Substation Causes Major Power Outage and Heathrow Airport Closure

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A major fire broke out at the Hayes electrical substation early Friday, triggering a widespread power outage across much of West London, including a complete shutdown of Heathrow Airport for the entire day.

The London Fire Brigade quickly responded, deploying 70 firefighters and 10 fire engines to combat the blaze that began around 11:23 p.m. on Thursday. The fire led to the evacuation of 150 people and caused heavy smoke, severely disrupting local homes and businesses.

This incident has raised concerns about the vulnerability of critical infrastructure, with some social media users speculating on the possibility of sabotage. However, investigations are currently underway to determine the exact cause of the fire.

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