Leaves Again?

It is reported that on 8 November, a train from Charing Cross sped through one station and over a level-crossing in East Sussex and carried on for more than two miles before stopping. Because of leaves on the line.

I thought we had sorted out the ‘leaves on the line’ problem years ago?

Fortunately, the line was clear at the time and the level-crossing was closed to traffic. The Rail Accident Investigation Branch are now to carry out a full investigation to see went wrong.

I hope they report quickly, for it doesn’t bear thinking about what might happen if a similar incident occurs when the line ahead is not clear.
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