Gatwick Airport Train Station Reopens After Fire Under Train Causes Major Disruption
A small fire caused by an electrical fault led to the evacuation of passengers and temporary suspension of services, with delays and cancellations still ongoing.
- A fire under a train at Gatwick Airport station, caused by an electrical fault, prompted an evacuation of passengers into the South Terminal around 12:30 PM on Monday.
- Emergency services quickly extinguished the fire, which was confined to the train's undercarriage, and no injuries were reported.
- Train services, including the Gatwick Express, were suspended, with delays of up to 45 minutes and some cancellations still affecting travel schedules.
- Passengers were advised to check travel updates as disruption was expected to continue until at least 6 PM, with reduced services between Bedford and Three Bridges.
- Authorities and railway operators apologized for the inconvenience, and compensation is available for passengers delayed by 15 minutes or more.
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