FIREFIGHTERS were called out following reports of a tree on fire overhanging a stretch of railway line in Bewsey, Warrington.
Shortly after 4;15 pm one fire engine from Warrington was called to the incident on Charter Avenue, Bewsey and Whitecross, Warrington
A tree was hanging over the railway line and on fire requiring firefighters to stand by and monitor it.
A representative from the railway is also in attendance and the power was isolated so the crew could then extinguish the fire, which involved a conifer and also some surrounding trees.
Meanwhile there were various disruptions on the rail network caused by Storm Eustice, with Northern rail advising passengers not to travel.
⚠️ #StormEunice is having significant impact on our network with many lines closed.
⛔️ Do not attempt to travel as alternatives are not available.
Northern tickets for today can be used on our services from Saturday through to Monday. #NorthernUpdates pic.twitter.com/nq6nl9XY2e
— Northern 🚆 (@northernassist) February 18, 2022
