Trains are having to run at a reduced speed this morning along the Chiltern Railways line after a tree came down on the tracks. 

Chiltern Railways has urged passengers to only travel if it their journey is "essential" this morning as Storm Franklin continues to cause problems. 

A tree came down on the tracks towards London at Beaconsfield this morning, while another came down near Denham, and a third blocked the line between Amersham and Harrow-on-the-Hill. 

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for much of the Chiltern network today (Monday), with strong winds expected to disrupt train services across much of the UK. 

 

Chiltern Railways said: "We will be running a reduced service, short notice significant delays and cancellations are likely. 

"In addition, there is a high possibility of unexpected or short notice disruption caused by trees or other debris being blown onto the railway lines.

"Disruption will continue into Tuesday morning, including trains and carriages being in the wrong places.

"We apologise for the inconvenience caused. These steps have been taken to ensure the safety of our customers and staff."