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'Very old' transformer failed and started Heathrow substation fire, expert claims, as hundreds of thousands are left stranded... amid incredulity that small blaze caused global chaos

Tom Watters, director of Sanguine Impact Investments, told MailOnline the crucial substation powering Heathrow contains 'very old' equipment and blamed a 'lack of investment'.



An expert claims an old transformer failure caused a Heathrow substation fire, stranding hundreds of thousands. The fire involved 25,000 litres of cooling oil. A 2022 report flagged issues with the Heathrow area's electricity supply, noting the substation was running over capacity. Flights are resuming with priority for stranded passengers.

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