Diesel spill leads to Cosham railway line blockage

TRAINS running in and out of Cosham have been affected by what is believed to be a diesel spillage.

A statement from Southern Railway said: ‘Southern have been advised that a Great Western Railway service has experienced a diesel spill and this is preventing trains from running through Cosham.’

Trains travelling to Southampton Central are expected to be disrupted until 9pm.

The statement also said: ‘Some trains will be diverted to run to and from Portsmouth while others may need to be cancelled.’

Passengers are advised to check the Southern Railway website for further details.

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