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Train hits cars at level crossing Train hits cars at level crossing
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Two cars have been hit by a train on a level crossing in Herefordshire.Two cars have been hit by a train on a level crossing in Herefordshire.
Emergency crews were called to the crossing, just outside the village of Morton-on-Lugg, at about 1030 GMT.Emergency crews were called to the crossing, just outside the village of Morton-on-Lugg, at about 1030 GMT.
Three people are being treated at the scene by ambulance crews, and two are thought to have serious injuries. No-one on the train was believed injured. Ambulance crews said two people who had been in one car were seriously injured. One was airlifted to hospital, while the other was taken by ambulance.
Two air ambulances are on the scene after local roads were shut to allow them to land. Train services in the area have been suspended. No passengers on the 0830 GMT Manchester Piccadilly to Milford Haven train are thought to be injured. Rail services in the area are suspended.
A spokesman for Arriva Trains Wales confirmed the 0830 GMT Manchester Piccadilly to Milford Haven train was involved in the incident. Investigation begun
She said the line between Hereford and Shrewsbury had been suspended and replacement bus services are now operating between the two towns. Paramedics checked the train staff, signalman and passengers but none suffered any injuries.
A spokesman for Arriva Trains Wales said the line between Hereford and Shrewsbury had been suspended and replacement bus services were now operating between the two towns.
West Midlands Ambulance Service said a mother and a daughter who had been in the second car were assessed at the scene and went to hospital themselves for further treatment.
Network Rail said it had started an investigation into the crash in conjunction with British Transport Police.