Trains stopped on Sydney’s T8 line after tree lands on tracks, causing peak-hour delays across city network
A fallen tree caused headaches and delays for commuters on Sydney train lines on Tuesday evening.
The tree is blocking the T8 Airport and South Line at Holsworthy, with aerial pictures showing a train stopped close to the fallen branches.
WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Passengers stuck on train as tree falls on tracks.
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Replacement buses have been organised between East Hills and Glenfield stations.
“Allow plenty of extra travel time in both directions due to a tree blocking the track at Holsworthy,” authorities said in an update on X, formerly Twitter.
“Trains are suspended between East Hills and Glenfield with limited buses operating in both directions.”
Commuters have been told to delay travel “if possible” or consider other transport options.
Originally published on 7NEWS
