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Landslip & derailment - Berks & Hants.

Discussion in 'On Track.' started by Pewsey Beaste, Nov 28, 2006.

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    Following severe rain overnight, A landslip occurred on the Berks & Hants just east of Pewsey. A track cleaning train ran into the land slip, derailing the leading Locomotive.

    Pictures on http://alan-coxon.fotopic.net/c1148179.html

    Severe flooding was experienced in the area, with many roads closed.

    The land slip seemed to be caused by excessive rain, and a blocked agricultural drainage leading to a slump.

    I know the area well, and am extremely surprised it happened and I could not see any way NR could have predicted this or prevented it, as cause would seem to be outside of their control.

    All services on the Berks & Hants are suspended.
     
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    Loco re-railed and train removed.

    London bound services likely to start running again soon.
     
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