Norther Ireland’s infrastructure minister said she is “deeply concerned” after a burning car was left on a railway track near Bellarena.
Translink confirmed the incident occurred around 9pm on Monday and involved the 1910 train from Belfast to Derry-Londonderry.
Translink Group chief executive Chris Conway said: “The train driver reacted quickly and thankfully brought the train to a stop safely, short of where the car was burning.
“The train crew ensured all safety procedures were followed with the incident swiftly reported and emergency services attended the scene.
⚠ Due to an obstruction on the line, the line between #Coleraine and #Derry#Londonderry is closed.
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