District Line hit by power failure and engineering work this morning

Chiswick residents travelling by District Line this morning are facing severe disruption, with no service running between Earl's Court and Upminster following a power failure. Additional sections — between Fulham Broadway and Wimbledon, and between Earl's Court and Kensington (Olympia) — are also without service due to planned engineering work. Severe delays are affecting the remainder of the line.

TfL has confirmed that London Underground tickets are being accepted on a range of alternative services, including London buses, the Elizabeth line, the Mildmay line, South West Trains, C2C, and the Docklands Light Railway. Residents travelling into central London or heading east may find the Elizabeth line the most practical alternative from nearby stations.

For those with onward journeys beyond Earl's Court, bus routes along the A4 corridor and connecting services at Hammersmith may help bridge the gap. Travellers are advised to allow extra time and to check for updates before setting out. The latest status can be found on the TfL service status page.