Power Surge Causes Delays at Stansted Airport

A power surge temporarily disrupted several systems at Stansted Airport, leaving passengers facing long queues.

A power surge stopped some airport systems for a short time. Passengers waited for hours at security, immigration and passport control.

Online pictures showed crowded queues. They showed big problems at the airport.

The airport said most systems worked again. Security and baggage services were still not at full capacity.

Teams worked to restore normal services. Some delays remained.

Section: United Kingdom

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