Major disruption at busy London station ‘to last all day’ after overhead wire damage
The issue was first reported between Radlett and Kentish Town at around 7.30am today (December 5).
Several rail lines between Luton and London St Pancras International have been affected by the issue.
⚠️NEW – Disruption between Luton and London St Pancras International expected until 09:30
Damage to the overhead electric wires between #Radlett and Kentish Town is causing disruption to journeys between these stations. Trains between Luton and London St Pancras International…
— National Rail (@nationalrailenq) December 5, 2024
This is only impacting East Midlands Railway and Thameslink services while the damage is being repaired.
National Rail confirmed on X (formally known as Twitter) that disruption was initially expected until 9am.
However, this has now been extended until the end of the day.
Trains between Luton and St Pancras International may be cancelled, delayed by up to 30 minutes or revised.
The issue is expected to be resolved by tomorrow (December 6).