Trains Cancelled on Major London to Oxford Route Amid Power Supply Failure
Engineers are working to restore service, while passengers can use alternative routes at no extra cost and delays are expected until 7pm, GWR said.
- On Saturday, September 5, 2026, a grass fire near Scrubs Lane, North Kensington, caused a power supply failure, blocking all rail lines between London Paddington, Heathrow, and Reading.
- London Fire Brigade dispatched six fire engines and around 40 crew members to tackle the blaze after being called shortly after 4:10 PM, with crews from Hammersmith, Paddington, and Ealing responding.
- Great Western Railway, Heathrow Express, and Elizabeth line services face severe cancellations, with passengers travelling to Heathrow Airport advised to use the Piccadilly line or local buses instead.
- Passengers delayed by 15 minutes or more are eligible for Delay Repay compensation, and tickets for Saturday services remain valid for travel on Sunday at no extra cost.
- Earlier on Saturday, a separate grass fire on Heathrow's airfield closed a runway, while the Met Office classifies fire severity in parts of London, including Heathrow, as 'exceptional.
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The Independent
The Independent (US)Trains cancelled as grass fire near Paddington blocks lines to Heathrow
National Rail said the fire had caused an electricity supply failure
A fire erupted near the railway, in the Paddington area of London, caused major disruptions to rail transport, writes The Guardian. Trains to Heathrow Airport were suspended, and services to Reading were also affected.
Fire near London station causes 'major disruption' for travellers as key train lines suspended
A fire near a train line in the London Paddington area has caused major disruption for travellers this evening, with services to Heathrow Airport cancelled entirely.The fire is said to have caused an electricity supply failure which has left all lines between Paddington and the airport blocked, according to National Rail.Cancellations and delays to services are expected into this evening, the network added.Photos posted on social media show larg…
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