Train services back to normal after grass fire disruption
A grass fire near the tracks caused major disruption on the Paddington to Reading line, but services have now resumed.
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Train services have resumed between London Paddington and Reading after a grass fire near the tracks caused major disruption. The fire broke out in North Kensington and knocked out the electricity supply, blocking all lines between Paddington and Heathrow.
National Rail confirmed that services are now back to normal. The disruption affected passengers travelling on one of the busiest commuter routes in the country, with delays and cancellations reported throughout the morning.
The cause of the fire is not yet known, but it serves as a reminder of how quickly travel can be disrupted by incidents outside the control of rail operators. Engineers worked to restore power and clear the line as quickly as possible.
Passengers are advised to check before travelling, although normal service has now resumed.
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| Train services were disrupted by a grass fire in North Kensington, but have since returned to normal. | |
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The channel reported this as a brief news item, focusing on the resumption of services and the cause being a grass fire. It did not mention strikes or engineering works, instead treating it as a standalone incident that had been resolved.
- “Train services have resumed between London, Paddington and Reading after a grass fire near the tracks caused major disruption.”
- “The fire in North Kensington knocked out the electricity supply, blocking all lines between Paddington and Heathrow.”
- “National Rail says services are now back to normal.”
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