A fire alarm has forced a full evacuation at London Heathrow’s Terminal 5, sparking chaos and major travel disruption this afternoon.

Train Services Ground to a Halt

  • All trains to and from Terminal 5 suspended.
  • Both Heathrow Express and Elizabeth Line services hit.
  • Disruption expected until around 4pm today (January 8).

A National Rail spokesperson said: “Station staff and emergency services are currently investigating the incident. For safety reasons, the station has been evacuated and trains are no longer able to stop.”

Passengers Urged to Avoid Terminal 5

Commuters and travellers were swiftly told to stay clear as the fire alarm sparked instant mayhem. Many were left stranded and frustrated amid the sudden evacuation.

Update: Train Lines Reopen

By 3:31pm, trains were back on track with services resuming as normal. Stay tuned for further updates on Heathrow Terminal 5 disruptions.

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