UK: Significant train disruptions reported between London and Stevenage as of late Feb. 10

Major disruptions are impacting train services between London and Stevenage as of late Feb. 10 after a train hit a person between Finsbury Park and Welwyn Garden City. Authorities have reportedly closed all lines in the area amid the emergency response. Officials have reported that trains operating between London and Stevenage will be "cancelled, severely delayed by up to 60 minutes, revised or diverted to run via Hertford North." Significant disruptions will likely impact train services in the area until at least 20:30; however, officials may revise this time on short notice.

Affected train services include the following:

• Between Alexandra Palace and Stevenage via Welwyn Garden City until further notice

• Between Brighton and Cambridge

• Between London Kings Cross and Huntingdon (for Peterborough)

• Between London Kings Cross and Letchworth or Kings Lynn

• Between Moorgate and Welwyn Garden City/Stevenage

According to authorities, travelers can use their tickets at no extra cost on:

• Any Thameslink or Great Northern train toward their destination

• Greater Anglia services between Cambridge and Hertford East

• London Overground services between London Liverpool Street and Enfield Town

• London Underground on any reasonable route

• Various local bus services

Lingering train delays and cancellations will likely impact the affected lines even after service officially resumes. Increased vehicular traffic congestion is possible in affected areas.