London Underground and Overground fire alerts cause TfL rush hour disruptions

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Commuters were faced with travel disruptions during rush hour this morning due to fire alerts at three different stations.

The London Overground is currently suspended between Gospel Oak and Stratford, and between Willesden Junction and Richmond, following an alert at Hackney Central. TfL is reporting severe delays between Gospel Oak and Clapham Junction.

The Central line is also experiencing minor delays due to an earlier fire alert at Queensway Tube station.

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There are also delays on the Northern line due to an earlier fire alert at Morden Tube station.

The London tram is also facing delays due to strikes. These will last between June 30 and July 8, and from July 11 until July 15. The strike action will affect Wimbledon fans travelling to the Championships tournament this week.

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