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Waterloo Station Reopens After Brief Security Alert Disrupts Morning Tube Services

TfL says access was restored within about 30 minutes following precautionary checks at the central London hub.

Overview

  • The station was closed shortly after 7:10am as TfL responded to a security alert.
  • Northern line services were halted between Battersea Power Station and Camden Town via Charing Cross during the response.
  • The Waterloo & City line was suspended across its entire route while the alert was handled.
  • TfL advised that London Buses accepted tickets to help affected passengers complete journeys.
  • Officials provided no details about the nature of the alert or any subsequent action beyond confirming the reopening.