Live Updates: Flights Resume at Heathrow After Fire Forced Its Closure
The cause of a blaze that knocked out power to one of the world’s busiest airports was under investigation. Officials said Heathrow would be operating at “100 percent” by Saturday, but the travel chaos could last days.
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London's Heathrow airport closure sparks global travel chaos
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