News · 11 July 2026
Stratford train services face major delays until Monday after line fire
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Train passengers at Stratford are experiencing significant service interruptions this weekend, following a fire that started next to the railway line on Friday. Eight fire engines and about 60 firefighters tackled the blaze, which involved trees and shrubbery, leading to 1,400 passengers being evacuated from trains. Urgent repairs are underway to fix damage to the line, with disruption expected until Monday morning.
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