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Burscough train crash - Live updates: Train 'hits vehicle' near Liverpool
United Kingdom🏛️ PoliticsCenter4 hr. ago

Burscough train crash - Live updates: Train 'hits vehicle' near Liverpool

A train operated by Northern Rail collided with a vehicle near Burscough, West Lancashire, prompting emergency services to respond to the scene. The incident occurred near Martin Lane, close to its junction with Whitehouse Lane. Paramedics, firefighters, and multiple ambulances were present at the location, with images showing the damaged vehicle nearby. Northern Rail confirmed that all lines between Wigan Wallgate and Southport are blocked, causing disruptions to train services. Passengers experiencing delays of 15 minutes or more are advised to keep their tickets and claim compensation. Alternative transportation options, including buses and Merseyrail services, have been recommended for affected travelers.

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Burscough train crash - Live updates: Train 'hits vehicle' near Liverpool

A train operated by Northern Rail collided with a vehicle near Burscough, West Lancashire, prompting emergency services to respond to the scene. The incident occurred near Martin Lane, close to its junction with Whitehouse Lane. Paramedics, firefighters, and multiple ambulances were present at the location, with images showing the damaged vehicle nearby. Northern Rail confirmed that all lines between Wigan Wallgate and Southport are blocked, causing disruptions to train services. Passengers experiencing delays of 15 minutes or more are advised to keep their tickets and claim compensation. Alternative transportation options, including buses and Merseyrail services, have been recommended for affected travelers.

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