UK: Significant rail disruptions reported between London and Heathrow Airport April 5 following freight train derailment

Great Western Railway (GWR) reports significant disruptions between London Paddington Station and Reading on April 5 after a freight train derailed near West Ealing. Significant rail disruptions, including cancelation, delays, and diversions, are likely until at least the early afternoon. The London Underground's Elizabeth line reports related disruptions between London Paddington Station and Heathrow Airport (LHR), while the Heathrow Express is also experiencing disruptions between LHR and London Paddington Station.

Lingering rail disruptions will likely impact the affected lines after the incident has been resolved. Increased vehicular traffic congestion is possible in affected areas. Increased demand for available rail services will likely result in crowding on train station platforms and within carriages.