Train chaos at Euston as 25,000-volt power cable snaps, passengers stranded for hours
Power cable snaps after train hits it near Euston
Commuters faced morning misery on Wednesday, December 7, when a 25,000-volt overhead power cable snapped just outside London’s Euston station. At 8:50 a.m., a passing train caught the cable, causing it to break and immediately halting all services on the line.
Passengers trapped for hours amid emergency response
Those aboard the affected train were left stranded for several hours inside the carriage. Firefighters and police rushed to the scene to safely evacuate everyone. The emergency sparked disruption across the station, leaving many passengers stuck in cramped conditions.
Delays and cancellations cause chaos at Euston
The incident has thrown Euston station into chaos, with platforms crowded as frustrated commuters face long waits. Services on Avanti West Coast, Northwestern, and London Overground are hit hardest. Some trains have been delayed by more than two hours; others were cancelled altogether.
Travel experts warn the disruption could last well into the afternoon as engineers work to repair the high-voltage cable. For now, passengers are urged to check live updates before travelling.
