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London Underground crippled by substation fire

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London's Underground crippled by a substation fire, causing widespread travel chaos for thousands of commuters today. A fire at an electrical substation in north-west London sparked widespread power outages, impacting multiple lines including the Elizabeth, Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern, and Piccadilly lines. This disruption also affected the Overground’s Suffragette Line. The fire, which occurred Monday afternoon, triggered a power outage that caused hours of disruption. Passengers were evacuated from stations throughout the city. This incident raises serious questions about the resilience of Britain's electricity infrastructure, particularly in light of the government's net-zero goals. London Assembly leader Neil Garratt voiced concern over the frequency of these disruptions, comparing the current situation to potential disasters seen in other parts of the UK. He warned that the city and the wider nation must have reliable systems to prevent widespread blackouts. This situation underscores the urgent need for improved infrastructure to ensure public safety and reliable transportation, a matter of pressing concern for Londoners and the UK as a whole.
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