Immediate Impact on Flights
A fire at an electrical substation near led to its closure, affecting at least 1,350 flights and prompting diversions and cancellations globally.
The disruption included turning around or diverting 120 flights in the air at the time of the closure announcement, impacting passengers from various international destinations.
Long-term Repercussions and Response
Authorities and airlines anticipate significant disruption and a complex recovery process over the coming days, with passengers advised not to travel to the airport until it reopens.
, with around 70 firefighters, controlled the blaze after about seven hours, though the cause remains unknown. The incident has also affected local power supplies and led to evacuations.