Power Outage Shuts Down London's Heathrow Airport

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Narrative A

The complete shutdown of Heathrow was necessary to maintain passenger and staff safety, as operating an international airport without reliable power would pose unacceptable risks. The airport's emergency response shows its commitment to safety protocols and responsible crisis management.


Narrative B

The incident exposes critical infrastructure vulnerabilities at one of the world's busiest airports, raising serious questions about why such a crucial transportation hub lacks adequate backup power systems to prevent a complete shutdown from a single point of failure.


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