Elizabeth line partially suspended after casualty on tracks

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 27 Oct, 08:32 · Archive

The Elizabeth line is suspended between Paddington and both Heathrow and Reading following an emergency incident involving a casualty on the tracks.

The Elizabeth line is partially suspended between Paddington and both Heathrow terminals and Reading following an emergency incident involving a casualty on the tracks. Emergency services are currently dealing with the situation on the line.

Severe delays are also being reported on services between Abbey Wood and Paddington. The eastern section of the Elizabeth line towards Shenfield is operating normally.

Passengers are advised to check their journeys before travelling. Alternative transport options are available, including the London Underground, London buses, Thameslink, DLR, South Western Railway and Chiltern Railways, with tickets being accepted on these services.

How it is being reported

• Major railway line partially suspended as emergency services rush to tracksElizabeth line suspended between Paddington, Heathrow and Reading after casualty on tracks, with severe delays to Abbey Wood. Check routes before travelling.Colchester Gazette · 27 Oct, 07:55
• Major railway line partially suspended as emergency services rush to tracksElizabeth line suspended between Paddington, Heathrow and Reading after casualty on tracks, with severe delays to Abbey Wood. Check routes before travelling.Echo (Basildon) · 27 Oct, 07:55

In this story: Elizabeth line · Paddington · Heathrow · Reading · Abbey Wood · London · Shenfield · Essex

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