Issues for rail passengers after tree fell on line in Staffordshire
The tree was reported as having fallen on the line between Stafford and Crewe.
A tree was reported to have fallen on a railway line north of Stafford, causing delays for passengers.
London Northwestern said the tree had fallen between Stafford and Crewe around 10.20am, leaving services disrupted, and road transport had been ordered.
A spokesman for London Northwestern said: “A tree is blocking the railway between Stafford and Crewe via Stoke.
“Services are subject to disruption or alteration.
“Road transport has been ordered.”
A later update at 12.12pm said the issue had been resolved and the line reopened.
The message read: “Line reopened between Stafford and Crewe via Stoke.
“Services remain subject to delays and alterations whilst we recover the service.”
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