THE railway line from Bournemouth to Southampton has reopened following an incident.

Emergency services were called out to deal with an incident between Bournemouth and Brockenhurst this morning.

The line heading towards Southampton was blocked but has now reopened.

UPDATE: Rail passenger collapses and falls between platform and train

Earlier this morning, South Western Railway said: "We have been informed of emergency services dealing with an incident on the railway between Bournemouth and Brockenhurst.

"This means that the line towards Southampton is blocked.

"For further information or onward travel advice please speak to a member of staff or use a station help point.

"We are very sorry for any delay that this may cause to your journey."

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