'Do not travel' alert lifted in Sussex but 'major disruption' continues - Gatwick Express, Southern and Thameslink affected
A ‘do not travel’ alert has been lifted by several rail companies, but ‘major disruption’ is still expected until the end of the day (Wednesday, February 4).
A ‘number of incidents’ – including a signalling fault between London Blackfriars and Norwood Junction and a derailment in the depot at Selhurst – caused disruption to all lines in the South East this morning.
People were told not to travel ‘where possible’, with Gatwick Express, Southern and Thameslink services all affected.
A statement from the rail services read: “A number of incidents across the Gatwick Express, Southern and Thameslink networks mean that all lines are disrupted.
"Trains across these networks may be cancelled, severely delayed by up to 60 minutes or revised.”
"A derailment in the depot at Selhurst is also causing disruption to London Overground services.
"Major disruption is expected until the end of the day.”
The ‘do not travel’ alert has now been lifted, but National Rail said there is ‘significant disruption’ to Thameslink services and ‘some disruption’ to Southern services.
A National Rail spokesperson said: “If you are travelling today, please expect your journey time to take at least an extra 45 minutes.”
More information, including alterations and ticket acceptance details, can be found via our live blog or the National Rail website.