Disruption after boat hits Kingsferry Bridge in Kent
Railway services have been disrupted after a boat hit a bridge. Network Rail said it was notified at about 8:15 BST that a "commercial boat" had collided with the Kingsferry Bridge, connecting the Isle of Sheppey and mainland Kent. Southeastern said it suspended the Sheerness-on-Sea line due to the strike, although it added shortly after 10:00 that normal services would resume shortly.Delays of up to 25 minutes on Southeastern trains between Sittingbourne and Sheerness were reported by INRIX after the strike.
Network Rail said the bridge was held in a raised position while its teams examined the structure, which they deemed "safe to reopen".It thanked passengers for their patience. Kent Fire and Rescue Service said it was not called to the incident. The police have been contacted.
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