Passengers disrupted after blaze near London train station leads to severe delays

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleShrubbery caught alight along rail lines near Stratford Station in east London (PA)Firefighters attended a blaze involving shrubbery near Stratford Station on Friday evening, resulting in the station's temporary closure. The incident led to significant disruption, causing severe delays on the Elizabeth, Mildmay, and Jubilee lines. The London Fire Brigade (LFB) warned of an "extreme" wildfire risk across London this weekend, driven by prolonged dry weather, high temperatures, and wind. LFB Assistant Commissioner Tom Goodall urged Londoners to act responsibly, advising against disposable barbecues in parks and proper disposal of rubbish and cigarettes. The Met Office confirmed that 2026 has already recorded six days with temperatures of 35C or more, setting a new record. In fullLondon train station closed as firefighters tackle blaze amid warning over ‘extreme’ wildfire riskMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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