Farringdon Station Closed After Gas Leak
Farringdon Station in central London has been closed until further notice after a suspected gas leak left several passengers feeling unwell. Emergency services, including armed police and paramedics, have been deployed to the scene.
Incident Details
British Transport Police stated: "We are on scene at Farringdon station following reports of a suspected gas leak, with a small number of passengers reporting feeling unwell." The station has been evacuated while investigations are conducted.
Service Disruption
Thameslink announced that no trains will call at Farringdon in either direction. Passengers are advised to use alternative stations to board trains or reach their destinations.
Witness Accounts
A worker at a nearby office reported being unable to leave due to a police cordon. Images from the scene show Transport for London (TfL) staff gathered outside the station, and armed police patrolling the area.
Authorities are urging the public to avoid the area and check for travel updates. The cause of the gas leak is under investigation.
