Emirates, Etihad resume flights to Heathrow after fire

Flights between the United Arab Emirates and London Heathrow Airport have resumed after being suspended for a day due to a fire. Both Emirates and Etihad Airways announced they are gradually reinstating their schedules to the airport. On March 21, Heathrow was closed because of a fire at Terminal 2. Emergency services acted quickly, and fortunately, there were no injuries. The fire caused many flights to be delayed or cancelled, impacting thousands of passengers from the UAE. Emirates confirmed it would start flights again on March 22. The first flight, EK07, is from Dubai International Airport to Heathrow. Passengers who had confirmed bookings for travel can go ahead with their plans. Those whose flights were cancelled can reach out for rebooking assistance. Etihad Airways also stated it would restart its full flight schedule to Heathrow from March 22. Passengers are encouraged to check their flight status online and to update their contact details for real-time updates. With many flights delayed, Heathrow is expected to be very busy on March 22. Etihad has advised travelers to allow extra time at the airport. Their teams are on hand to help affected passengers rearrange their travel. The cause of the fire, which led to a major power outage in the area, is still under investigation. Police have indicated there is no sign of foul play. Heathrow Airport has deployed more staff and added extra flights to assist displaced passengers. On March 21, more than 1,300 flights were cancelled, affecting over a quarter of a million travelers. The situation is anticipated to improve, but delays are likely to continue as operations ramp back up.