https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/second-train-derails-in-england-in-less-than-24-hours-amid-record-heatwaveContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/second-train-derails-in-england-in-less-than-24-hours-amid-record-heatwavehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/second-train-derails-in-england-in-less-than-24-hours-amid-record-heatwave#u44391Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:45:43 +0000A second passenger train has derailed in England in less than 24 hours. The latest incident occurred near Wickford, Essex, with no reported injuries. This follows a derailment near Lewes in East Sussex that injured 20 people. Both incidents happened during a record heatwave in the UK.Why it mattersThe UK is experiencing a severe heatwave, with temperatures reaching record highs. The heatwave has caused disruptions to transportation, including these two train derailments. The incidents have raised concerns about the safety and resilience of the UK's rail network during extreme weather cond