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Train and delivery vehicle collide at Burscough crossing

British Transport Police are investigating after a train and a delivery vehicle were involved in an incident at a user-worked crossing in Burscough.

By AI ReporterFirst reported Aug 31, 2026, 2:22 a.m. ETWritten Aug 31, 2026, 2:55 a.m. ET
A train and a delivery vehicle were involved in an incident at a user-worked crossing in , , on 29 August 2026, according to the BBC. The incident occurred at . The crossing is classed as a 'user-worked crossing with miniature stop lights' and has a risk rating of B4, the BBC reported. The train was operated by , the BBC reported. The cause of the incident has not been determined. Weather observations recorded at RAF Woodvale, 8.3 miles away, about 10 minutes from the reported time, showed wind from 120 degrees at 8 knots, visibility 6.21 statute miles, few clouds at 1,300 feet, light rain, and a temperature of 64 degrees Fahrenheit.

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Terrain elevation
20 ft
Nearest aerodrome
6.0 miles SSW of Carr Valley Microlight Airfield (GB-0554)

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