Storm Darragh: Train lines blocked with cancellations and delays as storm hits Birmingham and West Midlands
Trains are to be hit with cancellations this morning due to issues caused by Storm Darragh.
Due to an object being caught in the overhead wires between Wolverhampton and Stafford, all lines are blocked.
As of 6am, Avanti West Coast said: “Due to an object being caught in the overhead wires between Wolverhampton and Stafford, all lines are blocked. Trains running through these stations may be delayed or cancelled. Please check your journey before you travel.”
West Midlands Railway said: “Damage to overhead wires at Wolverhampton. Some lines are blocked, delays and cancellations may occur.
“For a train planner click here: https://orlo.uk/8ogW6.”
Due to a tree damaging the overhead lines, services between Birmingham New Street and Bromsgrove/Redditch will be cancelled.
Motorists have issued a stark warning for motorists. A spokesman said: “If you are going out today, make sure you check for flooding before you set off: https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk
“Just an egg cup of water is enough to wreck your car engine. Don't risk it.”
More to follow.