Train disruptions following fire near track between Birmingham New Street and Burton-On-Trent
Travellers have been advised to plan ahead due to the disruption.
A fire has disrupted train travel this afternoon for those travelling between Birmingham and Burton-on-Trent.
The fire is reported to have taken place next to the track between Birmingham New Street and Burton-on-Trent.
Trains which run through these stations will be cancelled, delayed or diverted via Lichfield Trent Valley.
The 14.09 CrossCountry train departing from Birmingham New Street via Burton-on-Trent has been cancelled.
On a Trainline travel alert, the situation has been described as: “This service has been cancelled because of a fire next to the track”.
In a social media post, CrossCountry Trains said: “Due to a fire next to the track between Birmingham New Street and Burton-On-Trent all lines are blocked.
“Train services running through these stations will be cancelled, delayed or diverted via Lichfield Trent Valley.”
Travellers are urged to check ahead before travelling this afternoon.
Emergency services have been contacted for a comment.
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