Transit disruption
Avoid Baker Street station and nearby Underground lines until official confirmation of reopening; plan alternate routes.
Baker Street station was evacuated and reported closed during the morning commute on 2026-10-13.
Local evacuation
If you are near Liverpool Street, follow local authority guidance and avoid the immediate area until the gas incident response is complete.
A ruptured gas main led to the evacuation of nearly 5,000 people from offices near Liverpool Street on 2026-10-13.
Crime hotspot awareness
Exercise heightened caution in south-east London/Orpington areas and avoid the scene of active police investigations.
A shooting on Acacia Walk in Swanley resulted in a suspect being charged with attempted murder on 2026-10-13.
