A person has been struck by a train in Somerset, prompting a major emergency services response and the closure of a railway line.
The serious incident happened approximately 15 miles from the Wiltshire border, in Castle Cary, at around 10.30am this morning (Wednesday).
Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance is among the emergency services attending the scene.
All railway lines between Taunton and Castle Cary have been blocked while 999 crews deal with the incident.
Great Western Railway (GWR) has confirmed that a person was struck by a train, resulting in services being brought to an immediate stop.
The train operator warned that services could be cancelled, delayed or diverted, with disruption expected until at least 1pm.
Passengers have been told their journeys could take up to 90 minutes longer than scheduled.
In a statement, GWR said: “We’re working with Network Rail and the emergency services to deal with the incident as sensitively, quickly and safely as possible.”
Replacement buses, coaches and taxis have not been requested at this stage, although the situation is being monitored.
Passengers whose trains are cancelled can travel on either of the two services before or after their original departure without paying extra.
The condition of the person struck by the train has not been confirmed.
Anyone affected by the incident can contact Samaritans free of charge on 116 123.
GWR has advised passengers to check live departure boards and journey planners before travelling.
