Walthamstow fire disrupts London Overground Weaver line

A fire near railway tracks in east London has caused the suspension of the Weaver line, with urgent repairs announced for Monday.

• Fire broke out near Vallentin Road and Shernhall Street in Walthamstow on Sunday evening, with about 125 firefighters responding.
• The London Fire Brigade brought the blaze under control by 22:35 BST; one house was alight and about 30 gardens were damaged.
• Transport for London announced the Weaver line will remain closed on Monday between Hackney Downs and Chingford for urgent track repairs.
• London Fire Brigade assistant commissioner Tom Goodall stated that no injuries were sustained and that firefighters worked to bring the fire under control.