Heathrow Airport has apologised to passengers after an earlier fire of an electric car fire in a tunnel connecting its terminals has caused early morning disruption
Passengers planning on flying this morning from Heathrow Airport have been warned of delays after a car burst into flames earlier this morning.
An electric car was seen in flames inside one of the airport’s tunnels this morning which connects Terminals 1, 2 and 3. The M4 southbound between junctions 4 and 4a was closed as a result of the blaze, sparking long delays for those on the ground and hoping to fly.
Emergency services were called to the scene at around 3am this morning to fight the flames. The vehicle was totally destroyed, although there were no reports of any injuries, and flights are still being delayed.
Due to an earlier vehicle fire, road access to Terminals 2 and 3 is partially restricted. Passengers are advised to leave more time travelling to the airport and use public transport where possible. We apologise for the disruption caused. pic.twitter.com/Pq1M28k4zv
— Heathrow Airport (@HeathrowAirport) March 10, 2025
A spokesman for Heathrow Airport said: “Due to an earlier vehicle fire, road access to Terminals 2 and 3 is partially restricted. Passengers are advised to leave more time travelling to the airport and use public transport where possible.
"Latest updates can be found on Heathrow.com and our social media channels. We apologise for the disruption caused.”
People have reported long tailbacks on the roads in and around Heathrow, Europe’s busiest airport. Some sat on planes have also claimed to be waiting to take off.
Due to fire Heathrow airport tunnel is being closed. Our service 102 to Heathrow Central bus station will be terminating at Stockley Park road bus stop. Sorry for any inconvenience caused.
— Carousel Buses (@CarouselBus) March 10, 2025
A London Fire Brigade spokesman said: "We were called just before 3am to an electric vehicle fire inside the east ramp. We sent two fire engines to the scene but once the fire was extinguished the car was completely destroyed.
"The fire was under control by 3.45am. London Ambulance were called to the scene but there are no reports of any injuries. We left the scene at 4.30am."
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