Manor House fire alert: Passengers left 'choking' after smoke on tube train

A broken down train caused transport 'chaos' for London commuters during the busy rush-hour period this morning.

Commuters were forced to evacuate from Manor House underground station which was subsequently closed due to a fire alert.

Witnesses reported seeing smoke at both Finsbury Park station and Manor House station, causing them to choke.

One passenger reported 'roaring' coming from their train, which he believes was due to engine trouble.

He told the Mirror: "The driver notified passengers of a delay at Finsbury Park, and a few minutes later recommended that passengers evacuate the train as it started smoking."

A nurse also described scenes of chaos as she tried to get to work, saying that the evacuation was "very scary".

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Another person said they noticed a strong smell of smoke as they evacuated at around 8am this morning.

Transport for London said there are were severe delays on the Piccadilly Line and Victoria Line  - but that has now eased.

Some northern sections of the Piccadilly line - including Arnos Grove and Turnpike Lane - were temporarily closed due to the incident but Tfl has confirmed trains are running from Finsbury Park.

At least three London Fire Brigade engines are in attendance at the scene.

Hana Esselink said: "Chaos at Manor Park, smoke at the station, what’s going on?"

One person reported on Twitter: "Any news about the fire at Finsbury Park just been chocked because of the fumes! No warning on Piccadilly line about the fire and had to get off at Manor House where again there was all smoke!

Another said: "I'm getting a disciplinary at work thanks to your fire alerts at Finsbury park and manor house station. Appreciate if you identify the culprits before they start messing up your whole entire network."

Tfl said on Twitter: "Manor House station is closed while we respond to a fire alert."

In a statement, TfL added: "Train services are now running again with severe delays to all destinations. Please continue to use alternative routes where possible."