South Western Railway Disruption Causes Major Delays at London Waterloo

South Western Railway urged passengers to avoid travel after a severe signalling fault halted services at London Waterloo, where 14 platforms closed and major disruption spread across the entire rail network. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

The operator explained that the fault drastically reduced train movements, leaving crews and rolling stock displaced across routes. Only a few trains could run, forcing South Western Railway to issue an urgent “do not travel” warning for safety reasons.

South Western Railway Advises Customers to Avoid Travel

The company confirmed that engineers were working to restore services, but full recovery might take hours. Officials said limited trains could resume later, yet passengers should still expect significant delays and last-minute changes to schedules.

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Commuters faced long queues and overcrowded concourses as travelers sought alternative routes. Surrounding networks became congested quickly because of the sudden surge in passenger demand, adding further strain to already busy services.

South Western Railway Works to Restore Operations Quickly

South Western Railway apologized for the disruption, stressing that every available resource was focused on fixing the fault. A spokesperson assured customers that updates would be posted throughout the day, urging them to check the official website for real-time information.

This incident underscores how a single signalling failure can paralyze a major hub like Waterloo. Analysts warn similar breakdowns could increase without urgent investment in modern systems, especially during peak periods when passenger volumes remain high.

For now, travelers are advised to avoid all non-essential journeys. Those who must travel should expect delays, altered timetables, and reduced availability until services fully recover.

Source: www.bbc.com

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