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Horror as train 'hits vehicle' in UK town
A major emergency response is under way after reports that a train has hit a vehicle in Lancashire. Emergency services rushed to the scene in the Burscough area of West Lancashire this afternoon, where a Northern train came to a halt near Martin Lane.
TL;DR
- A train reportedly collided with a vehicle in the Burscough area of West Lancashire.
- Emergency services, including ambulances and fire engines, are at the scene near Martin Lane.
- Passengers on the train are reported to be safe but awaiting evacuation.
- There is no official confirmation of injuries or casualties.
- All railway lines between Wigan Wallgate and Southport are closed, with disruption expected until the end of the day.
- Replacement buses are operating on the affected route, and Northern ticket restrictions have been lifted.
- Merseyrail is accepting Northern Rail tickets on parts of its network to assist affected passengers.