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Rail services from Ipswich cancelled with "minor disruption" expected as debris blocks line

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Some Greater Anglia services between Ipswich and London have been cancelled after debris became caught in overhead electrical wires. The disruption comes as Storm Darragh approaches the region with winds of up to 45mph forecast.

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  • The disruption is affecting the main line between Ipswich and Colchester

  • The 07:04 service from London Liverpool Street, due to arrive in Ipswich at 08:26, terminated at Colchester

  • The 08:43 from Ipswich will now start from Colchester, missing stops at Ipswich and Manningtree

  • Several other London Liverpool Street services were cancelled on Friday morning

A photo of Ipswich train station taken from the forecourt
It's unclear when tracks will be cleared and normal service will resumeOliver Rouane-WilliamsIpswich.co.uk

Background: This disruption follows earlier problems on Thursday night and early Friday morning, when fallen trees blocked the line between Witham and Braintree.

Weather warning: The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning as Storm Darragh approaches. Suffolk could face strong winds of up to 45mph between 15:00 on Friday and 06:00 on Sunday.

Bottom line: No timeline has been given for when debris will be cleared or services restored. Passengers are advised to check their journey before travelling as more trains could be cancelled.

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Quick fire crew response prevents Spring Road blaze from spreading

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Firefighters raced to a home on Spring Road earlier this morning to tackle a bedroom blaze, successfully stopping flames from spreading to the roof.

Two fire crews at the scene
Two crews attended the sceneSFRS

The occupant was alerted to the fire and woken up by their smoke alarm, allowing them to safely exit the property and call Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service quickly.

Firefighters from Princes Street and Ipswich East fire stations were on scene within minutes of being called at 10.18am. The incident was closed at 12.40pm.

Burnt remains of a bedroom
Firefighters stressed the importance of closing bedroom doors at nightSFRS

Two crews responded to the incident.

The fire is believed to have been caused by an electrical appliance. Residents can find more information about fire safety in their homes through Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service's safety guidance.

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