Two rail workers killed near Port Talbot after being hit by train
Two rail workers have died after being hit by a passenger train between Port Talbot Parkway and Bridgend stations.
The pair were struck near Margam by the Swansea to London Paddington train at about 10:00 BST.
A third person was treated for shock at the scene, but was not injured, British Transport Police (BTP) said.
Network Rail said: "We are shocked and distressed to confirm that two members of our team lost their lives today in an accident involving a train."
Bill Kelly, the company's route managing director for Wales, added: "We are fully cooperating with the British Transport Police and Rail Accident Investigation Branch.
"Our thoughts are with the families of our colleagues and our members of staff who will be affected by this tragic loss, and we will provide all the support we can."
He said the details of the incident were not yet known.
One passenger on board said an evacuation of the train began at about 12:40 and passengers were being bussed to Port Talbot and Cardiff.
Supt Andy Morgan from BTP said officers were "working to identify them and ensure that their families are supported at this incredibly difficult time".
Transport for Wales said all lines were blocked and services running through the stations may be cancelled, so it was arranging buses to run between Cardiff Central and Swansea, but could not say when they would begin operating.
One passenger said: "This happened shortly after we left Port Talbot Parkway. We didn't hear anything at all. We weren't even aware an incident had taken place until the train manager made an announcement."
National Rail said: "There is no firm estimate available as to when the line will reopen, however, we anticipate trains will remain disrupted until 14:00."
A Rail Accident Investigation Branch spokesman said two of its inspectors were travelling to the site to gather evidence.
The Welsh Ambulance Service said it sent two rapid response vehicles, two ambulances, two vehicles from the Hazardous Area Response Team, which were supported by a vehicle from the Wales Air Ambulance.
Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn spoke about the incident at Prime Minister's Questions.
He said: "I'm sure the whole house will want to express their condolences to the families of those rail workers who were hit and killed by a train this morning in Port Talbot."
Prime Minister Theresa May said she shared his remarks.
UK Transport Secretary Chris Grayling said there would be an investigation into how the accident happened, adding: "I will ensure lessons are learned".
He said he was "deeply saddened" and sent his condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of the workers.
Wales' Transport Secretary Ken Skates tweeted: "Deeply shocked by the news about the tragic incident involving railway workers near Margam this morning, and my thoughts are with the families of those involved."
MP for Aberavon Stephen Kinnock added: "I'm very concerned to see reports of the tragic accident on the rail line between Bridgend and Port Talbot... This is awful news, and my thoughts are with the families of all concerned."
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