bbc news: Tram derailed after collision with bus in Chilwell; passengers treated for minor injuries
Emergency crews attended a crash on Inham Road in Chilwell on Thursday morning, Feb. 19, 2026, that left a tram derailed and a number of passengers treated for minor injuries. The incident forced road closures and caused major disruption to tram and bus services in the area.
Emergency response and injuries
Crews from the county fire and rescue service were on scene within minutes after the collision was reported at about 5: 04 AM ET. Firefighters assessed the scene and assisted with passenger evacuation. Medical teams treated several people for minor injuries at the scene; no life-threatening injuries have been identified.
Staff worked to ensure everyone was accounted for and to secure both vehicles while investigations and recovery operations were set up. Authorities cautioned that the road would remain closed for some time while emergency services and recovery teams continued their work.
Transport disruption and diversions
The tram involved was bound for Hucknall and was confirmed to have come off the tracks in the collision. As a result, tram services on the affected line were suspended between Toton Lane and Bramcote Lane. Passengers were advised to avoid the area and expect significant delays while services are adjusted and the scene is cleared.
Bus operations on the local Orange 36 route experienced severe delays, with at least two buses reported stuck near the collision site. Buses arriving at Chilwell were directed to follow an altered route Bramcote Lane, School Lane and High Road before resuming the normal route further along. Commuters were urged to allow extra time for travel and to check for service updates from local operators before setting out.
Investigation and next steps
Authorities at the scene began preliminary checks to determine how the collision occurred. Vehicles involved were examined while debris and track damage were assessed to determine the scale of recovery work needed. Recovery teams will need to re-rail the tram and inspect the track before normal services can resume.
Local transport managers said the road closure and tram suspension are likely to remain in place until recovery and safety inspections are complete. Drivers and pedestrians were asked to obey diversion signs and to avoid the area to let emergency services work unimpeded.
Further updates are expected as investigations continue and as operators provide timetables for restoring services. Emergency services thanked local residents and commuters for their patience while they dealt with the incident.
