Southern Rail: Trains blocked between Eastbourne and Polegate due to 'emergency services dealing with incident'
Emergency services are 'dealing with incident' between Eastbourne and Polegate railway stations, Southern Rail has reported.
Southern Rail reported at 12.23pm on Wednesday, July 29 that trains between the two stations have been blocked while the emergency services tackle the incident.
In an update at 1.16pm, Southern Rail confirmed emergency services had left the railway and service changes would be put in place to help reduce delays and cancellations.
The spokesperson added: “The emergency services have safely carried out their work and lines between Polegate and Eastbourne have reopened.
“While service recovers, trains to and from Eastbourne may still be cancelled, delayed by up to 30 minutes, or revised.
"To reduce further delays being caused by congestion, the service will be amended as follows:
“Trains that normally run between London Victoria and Eastbourne will terminate and restart at Lewes
“Trains that normally run between Brighton and Eastbourne / Ore will terminate and restart at Polegate
“Trains that normally run between London Victoria and Ore will run between Pevensey & Westham and Ore only
“Trains that normally run between Eastbourne and Ashford International will run between Pevensey & Westham and Ashford International only.
"The following stations continue not to be served until further notice: Hampden Park and Eastbourne.
"If your train is delayed between stations, please remain where you are and listen to announcements, or speak to staff for further information. Southern will get you moving as soon as possible. They are aware of your location, and their teams will be doing everything they can to help you continue your journey.
“Please don't leave the train unless you are asked to do so. Other trains may still be moving in the area, and the track is also a very hazardous environment.
"In areas where the trains are powered by an electric third rail, this usually stays live and dangerous during incidents, and looks the same as other rails.”