On the afternoon of August 13, local time, a passenger train derailed near Lewis Railway Station in East Sussex, England. Police, first responders and fire brigades have rushed to the scene to dispose of it. There are currently no confirmed casualties or the exact cause of the accident. Located in Lewistown, this railway station is an important stop in the southern rail network of England and mainly serves lines operated by the British Southern Railway Company. British Rail Networks and Southern Railway said they are aware of the derailment accident and will announce it as soon as more information is obtained.

On the afternoon of August 13, local time, a passenger train derailed near Lewis Railway Station in East Sussex, England. Police, first responders and fire brigades have rushed to the scene to dispose of it. There are currently no confirmed casualties or the exact cause of the accident. Located in Lewistown, this railway station is an important stop in the southern rail network of England and mainly serves lines operated by the British Southern Railway Company. British Rail Networks and Southern Railway said they are aware of the derailment accident and will announce it as soon as more information is obtained.