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travel-and-transportation2 years ago•3 min saved

"Travel Turmoil: Eurostar Delays and Cancellations Amid New Year's Chaos and Flooded Tunnels"

New Year's Eve travel plans for many passengers were disrupted due to hundreds of train cancellations across the UK, caused by flooding and staff shortages. Eurostar customers experienced additional chaos with resumed services unable to accommodate the backlog of 36,000 passengers from previous cancellations. Northern Trains advised against travel on several routes, and long-distance and local services faced widespread cancellations. The Met Office issued weather warnings, anticipating further travel disruptions due to wind and rain.

via The Independent|

##eurostardisruption #newyearsevetravel

world2 years ago•2 min saved

Eurostar Disruption: Floods Strand Travelers and Spark Cancellation Chaos

Eurostar train services between London and Paris were canceled due to a flooded tunnel under the River Thames, stranding hundreds of travelers during the festive season. The flooding, described as "unprecedented," was a result of Storm Gerrit, which brought strong winds and heavy rain to the U.K. No trains are expected to run for the remainder of the day, and more stormy weather is anticipated, potentially causing further travel disruptions.

via CBS News|

##eurostardisruption #riverthames