Firefighters called to reports of train fire in Whitchurch
Train services between Shrewsbury & Crewe were suspended this morning following reports of a fire in the engine compartment of a train.
Firefighters were called to the scene just before 7.30am this morning after receiving calls reporting a train fire in Whitchurch.
Fire appliances from Whitchurch and Prees were mobilised, with the first appliance arriving at Whitchurch railway station within minutes.
Firefighters are currently using a Thermal Imaging Camera at the scene.
The service affected is operated by Arriva Trains Wales.
Passengers may use Virgin Trains services between Crewe and Birmingham following the incident.
