Farringdon Station was closed on [date not specified] after passengers reported a chemical smell on an Elizabeth Line platform. Emergency services, including armed police, attended the scene. Fourteen people were treated by paramedics, with two taken to hospital as a precaution, according to the London Ambulance Service.
The London Fire Brigade conducted a sweep of the area and found no elevated readings of any chemical substances. They declared the station safe at around 11:35am. British Transport Police stated that the presence of armed officers was typical during a significant incident and should not cause undue concern.
The station is one of the busiest in Britain, with over 50 million entries and exits in 2024/2025. Services were disrupted for several hours, with Elizabeth Line sections suspended and other routes affected. National Rail confirmed all lines had reopened, but major disruption was expected until 5pm.
