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Transport & TfL · LondonLondon faces thunderstorm disruption and flood risk
Londoners are being warned of potential travel disruption and flooding as intense thunderstorms are forecast for Wednesday and Thursday. The Met Office has issued yellow warnings, advising of heavy rain, lightning, and hail, with drivers cautioned about increased skidding risks on roads.
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Transport & TfL · LondonFire near Lea Road halts Greater Anglia services from Liverpool Street
Greater Anglia suspended all services from London Liverpool Street at 14:57 on 29 July after a grass fire near Lea Road, Waltham Abbey. Fourteen London Fire Brigade engines attended; trains to Stansted Airport, Cambridge North, Meridian Water and Hertford East were cancelled, delayed or diverted via Seven Sisters.
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Transport & TfL · LondonGatwick fuel shortage forces airlines to refuel elsewhere for two days
Gatwick Airport has warned airlines of a two-day fuel shortage, instructing pilots to refuel at other airports where possible. The shortage, linked to a fuel farm supplying the airport, may disrupt long-haul flights, particularly from Monday. Engineers are working to resolve the issue.
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Transport & TfL · LondonSignalling fault at Wimbledon delays South Western Railway services for Barnet commuters
A signalling fault at Wimbledon station caused major disruptions on South Western Railway services on 2 August 2026, affecting routes between London Waterloo and multiple destinations. Delays of up to 90 minutes were expected until 14:00, with National Rail urging passengers to check for last-minute changes.
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