15.04.15
Train derails outside Brighton station
An empty passenger train has derailed outside Brighton station, stopping all trains from running in and out of the station.
The incident occurred just before 2pm as an empty Southern Rail train left the station. It has caused significant delays on all services in the area. The cause of the derailment is currently under investigation.
Southern Rail has warned passengers to expect a delay of up to 90 minutes on all trains passing through the area.
Network Rail said in a statement: “An empty train derailed at low speed as it left a depot near Brighton station shortly before 2pm today. As a result of the derailment, no trains have been able to run in or out of the station since then.
“Efforts are being made to begin services as soon as possible and Network Rail and operators Southern and Thameslink will update passengers on progress.
“The cause of the derailment is under investigation.”
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