Derailed Essex to London train leads to travel chaos
Summary
A train on the Greater Anglia line derailed near Wickford in Essex, causing major travel disruption. Around 45 passengers were on the train, but no one was hurt. Authorities are investigating the cause, including whether hot weather played a role.Key Facts
- The train left Rayleigh at 14:06 and derailed near Wickford at 14:12 on Friday.
- Two rear carriages came off the tracks, but the train stayed upright.
- About 45 passengers were on board; nobody was injured.
- Travel was disrupted on related routes to Southminster and Braintree.
- Emergency services, including police, firefighters, paramedics, and an air ambulance, responded.
- Passengers reported the train swinging and a vibrating sound, with smoke entering one carriage.
- The Rail Accident Investigation Branch is examining the incident.
- Network Rail noted the unusual heat this summer may have affected the railway.
- The Department for Transport said derailments are very rare and Britain’s railways are generally very safe.
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