Train Derailed After Hitting Cows

passenger train has been derailed after hitting cows on the line in Kent.Two carriages were derailed when the train hit the cows near Chilham station while travelling from Ashford to Canterbury, Southeastern Trains said.The firm said no injuries to passengers had been reported and the line would remain shut. It later said the closures would continue throughout Monday.About 70 passengers were helped off the train by emergency services, with no reports of injuries.A Kent Fire and Rescue Service spokesman said: "It is believed the train collided with livestock which had strayed on the railway line. Two carriages have been derailed but are upright."The train hit the cows shortly after 21:30 BST.'Going nowhere'Southeastern said the line between Ashford and Ramsgate via Canterbury West would be closed until further notice.The rail firmtweeted: "We're putting alternative transport in place between Ashford, Canterbury & Ramsgate and will make sure everyone gets home this evening."At 04:00, it said buses would replace trains between Ashford International and Ramsgate via Canterbury all day on Monday andadvised people to travelfrom Canterbury East instead.Passenger Jonathan Caldertweeted:"Everyone is fine but this train is going nowhere. Front coach derailed."He later confirmed he had been able to get off the train and was "now having a cup of tea in a village hall".