Lewes derailment: images show track defect before incident on hottest day
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Business category. Published on August 19, 2026 • Originally reported by Alex Daniel. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Business category. Published on August 19, 2026 • Originally reported by Alex Daniel. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Network Rail and Southern owner GTR apologise after investigators reveal picture of possible heat-buckled track
Rail operators have apologised after a report into last Thursday’s derailment in East Sussex found a track defect on the approach to where the train derailed on the hottest day of the year so far.
An interim report by the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) said CCTV images showed the “track geometry irregularity” existed before the incident near Lewes injured 30 people.
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