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Car Blaze Outside Heathrow Terminal 5, No Injuries Reported

1/21/2026

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Summary

Story summary

A car caught fire outside Heathrow Airport's Terminal 5 on January 21, 2026.
Video footage shows smoke rising from the burning vehicle.
The London Fire Brigade was called at 7:56 AM and found the fire under control.
There were no injuries.
The incident was the airport's second car fire in recent months, following an October 2025 fire in a multi-storey car park, and Heathrow continues to operate normally.

History

Historical Context

The recent car fires at Heathrow Airport highlight ongoing safety concerns at this major transportation hub, which serves over 80 million passengers annually. Following a significant power outage caused by a substation fire in March 2025 that disrupted over 1,000 flights, the airport has faced scrutiny regarding its fire safety measures. These incidents underscore the need for stringent safety protocols in high-traffic areas.

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Story summary

A car caught fire outside Heathrow Airport's Terminal 5 on January 21, 2026.
Video footage shows smoke rising from the burning vehicle.
The London Fire Brigade was called at 7:56 AM and found the fire under control.
There were no injuries.
The incident was the airport's second car fire in recent months, following an October 2025 fire in a multi-storey car park, and Heathrow continues to operate normally.

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