Rotherham Central closed due to flood fears

ROTHERHAM Central station closed this afternoon due to predicted heavy rainfall and rising river levels.

A spokesperson from Travel South Yorkshire said Tram Train services were also suspended and national rail services diverted.

Train services between Doncaster and Sheffield will be diverted between Swinton and Meadowhall.

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Passengers travelling to Rotherham Central should get off the train at Meadowhall and board a replacement bus service to Rotherham Central. 

Network Rail staff said it was currently monitoring water levels on-site. 

Latest travel updates and alternatives on travel disruptions for the rest of today is available via https://travelsouthyorkshire.com/en-gb/newsupdates/disruptions