E-Bike Catches Fire and Forces Evacuation of Rayners Lane Station in Northwest London, Causing Service Disruption

Commuters at Rayners Lane station in northwest London were forced to evacuate earlier today after an electric bike (e-bike) caught fire, sending thick plumes of smoke into the air.

Passengers were instructed to stay back as emergency services rushed to the scene.

The fire broke out around 11:30 a.m., causing panic among those waiting at the station.

Fire Crews Battle Blaze at Rayners Lane Station

Three fire engines arrived quickly to tackle the blaze. Firefighters from Harrow and Northolt stations worked together to extinguish the flames, bringing the situation under control just 25 minutes later.

A shocked commuter, who was present during the incident, described how passengers were told to leave the station immediately.

“We have been told to evacuate the station,” he said. “There are no trains running.”

E-Bike Completely Destroyed by Flames

Footage taken at the scene shows the e-bike burning fiercely, reducing it to ash while the familiar beeping sound of the tube doors can be heard in the background.

The video, which was shared on social media, was captioned: “Rayners Lane underground station just now.

This is why electric bikes shouldn’t be allowed on the tube.” The clip highlighted the dangers of bringing electric bikes onto public transport.

Transport Services Disrupted, Delays on Tube Lines

The fire caused a temporary suspension of services on both the Metropolitan and Piccadilly lines.

Transport for London (TfL) later confirmed that the disruption had resulted in severe delays on both lines, though service resumed shortly after the incident.

A TfL spokesperson stated that the conditions for carrying e-scooters on their services remain strict, with e-scooters not allowed on buses, tubes, trams, or other TfL services due to safety concerns.

Safety Reminder: No E-Scooters or E-Bikes Allowed on TfL Services

This incident serves as a reminder of Transport for London’s rules regarding electric vehicles.

According to TfL’s Conditions of Carriage, e-scooters and other electric bikes are banned from all of their services, including buses, the tube, trams, the DLR, and the London Overground.

Despite the fire being quickly brought under control, the damage was significant, with the e-bike completely destroyed.

As the investigation continues, passengers are urged to follow safety guidelines and refrain from bringing electric bikes onto public transport to avoid future incidents like this.