A significant disruption has occurred in Melbourne’s train services following a fire underneath a railway bridge located on Rosslyn Street, West Melbourne. The incident took place around 3 pm, affecting the area between Southern Cross and North Melbourne stations. In response to the heavy smoke generated by the fire, train operations have been halted in both directions.
Reports indicate that six train lines are currently experiencing delays of up to 30 minutes. These lines include the Craigieburn, Frankston, Williamstown, Werribee, Upfield, and Sunbury lines. Passengers have been advised that train services may terminate at various intermediate stations due to the ongoing situation.
Emergency services, including firefighters from Fire Rescue Victoria and Victoria Police, are on-site addressing the blaze. The fire has been contained to the underpass area but remains uncontrolled as of the latest updates. The estimated size of the fire spans about 15 by 20 metres, and efforts are underway to bring it fully under control.
As the response continues, commuters are urged to stay updated on train service status and to plan for possible delays in their travel.