There are train delays between Colchester and London Liverpool street after an incident involving the emergency services at Witham station.
Abelio Greater Anglia said it expects delays to continue until at least 6pm.
An Essex Police spokesman said police were searching the area for a missing woman and they were concerned for her safety.
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