Bristol Temple Meads major disruption after person hit by train - here's what you need to know
There is major disruption at Bristol Temple Meads after a person was hit by a train.
All lines were initially blocked following the incident reported at 3.39pm today (Tuesday, August 12), but have now reopened.
Disruption is expected until 6.30pm, with trains running through the station cancelled, revised or delayed by up to 60 minutes.
A Great Western Railway spokesperson initially said following the incident: “Due to the emergency services dealing with an incident at Bristol Temple Meads all lines are blocked.
“Unfortunately, a person has been struck by a train, leading to all lines being blocked. It is necessary to bring all trains in the affected area to an immediate stop.
“If you are onboard one of the services in this incident and have been affected by this incident or know someone else who needs support, there is always someone to talk to. Contact a Samaritan on 116 123 for free, any time, on any phone. Help is only a phone call away.”