Passenger train derails in East Sussex

Passenger train derails in East Sussex

A passenger train has derailed near Lewes in East Sussex, disrupting several rail routes in the area.

Axar.az, citing the BBC, that network Rail said a Southern service came off the tracks shortly before 16:00 BST.

Emergency services, including police, firefighters and paramedics, are at the scene near Lewes station.

Authorities have urged people to avoid the area, while rail passengers have been advised to allow up to 60 minutes for their journeys.

No further details about injuries or the cause of the derailment have been released.

Source: en.axar.az