London’s Heathrow Airport confirmed on Monday, September 8, that Terminal 4 was temporarily closed and evacuated after emergency teams responded to an incident. Passengers were advised to avoid traveling to Terminal 4, while airport staff assisted travelers already present. The airport stated on social media that further updates would be provided soon and emphasized that all other terminals remained fully operational.
According to the BBC, the London Fire Brigade reported that firefighters were addressing what was described as a “possible hazardous materials incident.” Specialist teams were sent to examine the situation, and parts of the terminal were cleared as a precaution while emergency crews worked at the site.
Officials clarified that the disruption was limited to Terminal 4 and did not affect the airport’s remaining terminals, which continued with normal services. Passengers scheduled to fly from Terminal 4 were encouraged to follow official airport channels for the latest updates.
The exact details of the incident and the scale of emergency response have not yet been shared publicly. Authorities remain present at the airport to oversee safety and manage the situation.
Heathrow, one of the busiest hubs in Europe serving millions of passengers each year, assured that the matter is under close observation and passenger safety is the top priority.