Landslide causes train derailment

A train carrying about 70 people has derailed after hitting a landslide caused by heavy rain, British Transport Police say.

Wed, 01 Jan, 2003 - 14:35

A train carrying about 70 people has derailed after hitting a landslide caused by heavy rain, British Transport Police say.

The incident happened at about midday just north of Merstham tunnel, near Redhill, Surrey, Britain and involved the 10.56am Brighton to London Victoria service.

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