BREAKING: A fire has erupted in the Standedge Tunnel, causing significant disruptions to train services on the Yorkshire border. Emergency services are actively responding to the blaze, which has resulted in all lines being blocked between Marsden and Stalybridge.
Travelers are facing extensive delays, with major operators including TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway advising that services may be cancelled or significantly delayed. The disruption is expected to last until at least 8 PM tonight, according to official sources.
Passengers traveling through affected stations are advised to check for updates as services are likely to be rerouted. Affected routes include the popular line between Sheffield and Manchester Piccadilly. On social media, TransPennine Express Customer Service confirmed, “Due to emergency services dealing with a fire in Standedge Tunnel, all lines are blocked. Train services running through these stations may be cancelled or delayed.”
In a developing situation, the West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service is on-site managing the incident. Customers are encouraged to use their tickets on alternative services, including northernassist and CrossCountryUK trains, without incurring extra costs.
The latest updates indicate that the emergency has prompted the diversion of some trains via the Calder Valley. However, travelers should note that trains rerouted between Leeds and Manchester Victoria will not stop at Huddersfield or Stalybridge.
The full impact of this incident on train schedules is still unfolding. Currently, a list of cancelled services includes:
– 9:02 AM from Manchester Victoria to York
– 10:02 AM from Manchester Victoria to York
– 10:59 AM from York to Manchester Piccadilly
– 1:00 PM from Manchester Piccadilly to York
Travelers are urged to stay updated via the National Rail website and local news sources. In the meantime, the community expresses concern for the safety of those involved and the significant impact on daily travel.
Stay tuned for more updates as this situation develops and follow emergency guidelines if you are in the area.
