By GB News (World News) | Created at 2026-08-14 14:50:46 | Updated at 2026-08-14 16:38:45
2 hours ago
A train has come off the tracks in Essex less than 24 hours after 20 people were injured in a similar incident in East Sussex.
The latest derailment happened at Wickford and appears to involve a Greater Anglia service.
Images circulating on social media show the train having left the rails, though it appears to have remained upright.
Air ambulances have been spotted near the derailment site in Wickford, it is not yet known if there are any casualties.
Train operator Great Anglia has said there is a "major disruption" to its London to Southend Victoria service.
On its website, it writes: "Due to a problem currently under investigation between Shenfield and Southend Victoria all lines are blocked.
"Train services running to and from these stations will be suspended. Disruption is expected until further notice.
"Please do not travel between Shenfield and Southend Victoria until further notice."
The second train to derail in less than 24 hours as train bosses insist trains coming off their tracks are rare 
The train has come off its tracks but has remained upright 
GEOFF LEIGH
This is the second derailment to happen in under 24 hours as a train in Lewes yesterday went off the tracks, landing on its side.
Around 150 people were on board the train when it derailed yesterday.
Two people were taken to major trauma centres with "severe injuries".
British Transport Police confirmed today the injuries were not deemed as life-threatening.
Less than 24 hours ago: a train heading to Eastbourne from London Victoria derailed in Lewes
PA
The incident happened on the hottest day of the year so far, with temperatures soaring past 38C.
John Whitehurst, the chief executive of Greater Thameslink Railway insisted today the railway was safe during hot weather and said derailments were a rare occurrence.
The hot weather persisted into today, with temperatures in Wickford hitting 33C.
MORE TO FOLLOW...
