A passenger train has come off the tracks near Grange-over-Sands.
Eight people including staff had to be escorted off the train this morning after it derailed at around 6am near Grange-over-Sands station.
All trains running between Barrow and Lancaster have been cancelled and further significant disruption throughout the day is expected.
A Northern spokesman said: “We are focusing on supporting colleagues and customers who were involved in the incident and on minimising the disruption this incident will cause to other services.
“We’re working closely with Network Rail and others to understand more about what happened.”
Train users are encouraged to check Northern or National Rail for the latest travel information including alternative travel arrangements.
