London Tube station evacuated after passengers fall unwell due to suspected gas leak
Farringdon Tube station in London was evacuated after several passengers reported feeling unwell, prompting a response from emergency services amid a suspected gas leak. British Transport Police, fire, and ambulance crews attended the scene to investigate the incident. Services on Thameslink and the Elizabeth line were disrupted, with trains unable to stop at Farringdon while investigations continued.
- ▪Farringdon station was evacuated following reports of a suspected gas leak on Thursday morning.
- ▪A small number of passengers reported feeling unwell, leading to emergency services being dispatched to the scene.
- ▪Thameslink trains were not stopping at Farringdon, and the central London section of the Elizabeth line was suspended.
- ▪British Transport Police, London Fire Brigade, and London Ambulance Service were all present at the station during the investigation.
- ▪Nearby buildings were placed under precautionary measures, with workers advised to remain indoors.
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