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Diesel Spill Blocks Railway After Train Hits Deer
22 Apr
Summary
- A train collision with a deer caused a diesel spill.
- Approximately 500 litres of diesel leaked onto the track.
- The railway line remains blocked pending environmental investigation.
A railway line in Devon was blocked following a collision between a train and a deer. The incident, which occurred on Tuesday between Okehampton and Crediton, resulted in approximately 500 litres of diesel fuel being spilled onto the track. The spill happened at Okehampton station after the diesel cap was dislodged during the impact.
Great Western Railway confirmed that the line cannot be reopened until the Environment Agency has assessed the extent of the pollution. Replacement bus services have been organized to transport passengers. Significant travel disruption was anticipated to continue until the end of the day, affecting train services in the region.
