There is a risk that a tree near the line at University Station could cause further damage so services have been suspended
14:19, 04 Oct 2025Updated 14:19, 04 Oct 2025
A tree is leaning on overhead lines near University causing services to be suspended(Image: Birmingham New Street)
Train services have been suspended from Birmingham New Street Station after strong winds brought a tree down on a line.
Specialist teams are currently trying to move the branch which has struck overhead lines near University Station.
The incident is affecting services on the Cross City South and travellers are advised to keep an eye on their rail provider.
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All lines remain blocked whilst the risk remains high of further damage.
Birmingham New Street posted on X: “A tree is leaning on overhead lines near University because of Storm Amy.
Strong winds cause a branch to fall on Northfield Road(Image: John Easton)
“There is a risk that the tree could cause more damage so services are currently suspended
“We’re on site to assess and urge patience.”
A yellow weather warning is in place until 7pm today with 45-55mph battering the country due to Storm Amy.
Moseley Park and Pool has been closed and an autumn market at Birmingham Botanical Gardens on Saturday, has been postponed until October 11.
An event at Woodgate Valley Urban Park was also pulled and stallholders at the Kings Heath market sold their produce from vehicles.
Fallen trees are blocking multiple roads across the region including Northfield Road in Birmingham.
Wolverhampton Council said: “Jeffcock Road is expected to be closed outside No.184 for the majority of the day due to a storm-damaged tree that requires specialist machinery to safely remove the remainder of it.
“People are advised to use nearby side streets to navigate around it.”