All articles tagged with #east sussex
A passenger train derailed near Lewes in East Sussex (southern England), with police and emergency services at the scene. Officials say there are no serious injuries or fatalities. Rail services through Lewes and Haywards Heath were canceled or slowed, and nationwide disruption was expected for a few hours as responders worked, while the cause was not yet known; temperatures in the region reached around 35C amid a heatwave.
A Southern passenger train from London Victoria to Eastbourne derailed near Lewes in East Sussex, causing closures of lines and major disruption expected until about 22:00. Emergency services are on site and initial reports indicate no serious injuries or fatalities. Passengers are advised to avoid the area; tickets are valid on alternative Southern, Thameslink and Gatwick Express services, with rail replacement buses to Lewes and Haywards Heath. Gatwick travelers should allow extra time for their journeys.
A bird flu outbreak in East Sussex has led to a public alert, with authorities establishing protection and surveillance zones around a poultry site near Uckfield. The outbreak involves highly pathogenic avian influenza, prompting biosecurity measures and restrictions on bird movements to prevent further spread. Several other cases have been reported across the UK, including at an animal sanctuary and in various counties.
A family walking along an eroded beach in Bexhill, East Sussex, discovered eight huge dinosaur footprints, believed to be from an iguanodon, exposed by high tides and heavy rains. The area has become known for its track casts and prints of dinosaurs, with the discovery prompting further investigation by the local museum. The site, dating back to around 140 million years ago, has yielded numerous fossil discoveries, including footprints from at least seven different species and a 'pickled' dinosaur brain, showcasing the rich paleontological history of the region.