Trains cancelled 'until further notice' after torrential rain floods tracks
manchestereveningnews.co.ukTrain services from a Greater Manchester borough have been cancelled 'until further notice' after torrential downpours caused the tracks to become flooded.
Flooding between Wigan Wallgate and Southport has caused all lines to close. Services running to and from both stations will be terminated at Wigan Wallgate.
All stations between Wigan Wallgate and Southport will not be served, National Rail said. Network Rail staff are aware of the flood weather and are on site managing the issue, with trains currently unable to run in both directions. READ MORE Full list of 'areas at risk' of flooding across Greater Manchester as 'act now' warnings issued The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Upper River Douglas catchment area, which covers part of the railway line and areas between Horwich Star Vale and Appley Bridge, including Adlington, Blackrod, Wigan, Standish, and Gathurst.
Affected passengers can use their ticket onboard Merseyrail services between Liverpool Lime Street and Southport at no extra cost.
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