Gatwick Station in the UK Evacuated After Train Catches Fire

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:53pm on 06 Jan 2025,Monday International

On January 6, 2025, Gatwick Airport's train station in the UK was evacuated after a fire broke out under a train. The incident occurred around 12:30 pm when smoke was seen coming from the train’s undercarriage. Passengers reported hearing flashes and bangs, followed by urgent announcements to evacuate. Firefighters quickly responded and extinguished the small blaze, which was believed to have been caused by an electrical fault. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. Trains resumed service after the incident, though delays of up to 45 minutes were expected. Passengers were advised to claim compensation for significant delays.

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