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A 'major incident' has been declared after a Glasgow to London train derailed, causing major chaos for passengers. ‌

Emergency services have rushed to the scene of the derailment in Cumbria today. ‌

The 04:28 service from Glasgow came off the tracks around 06:10 am. ‌

National Rail said the incident between Penrith and Oxenholme is affecting trains running between Carlisle and Preston.

Major disruption is expected to continue until the end of the day, the Mirror reports.

Avanti West Coast said on social media: “Due to a derailed train between Penrith North Lakes and Oxenholme Lake District, all lines are blocked. We are strongly advising customers not to travel north of Preston today.” ‌

Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander said a major incident had been declared

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