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travel-and-transportation2 years ago•8 min saved

"Eurostar Resumes After Flood Disruption as UK Braces for Severe New Year Weather"

Eurostar services are expected to resume after "unprecedented" flooding in tunnels near Ebbsfleet International caused mass cancellations, affecting an estimated 30,000 passengers' New Year plans. Despite efforts to control the flooding and resume services, passengers are warned of potential delays and sold-out trains. The disruption also affected domestic services due to bad weather and staff shortages. Eurostar has outlined compensation for stranded passengers, and while some travelers sought alternative routes, others were forced to cancel their plans, including trips to Disneyland Paris and other New Year's Eve events.

via Daily Mail|

##eurostar #floodedtunnels

travel-and-transportation2 years ago•4 min saved

"Flooding in Thames Tunnel Halts Eurostar, Stranding Thousands Across UK and Europe"

Eurostar services to and from London St Pancras were cancelled due to flooding in a tunnel under the River Thames, disrupting New Year's plans for thousands of passengers. Stranded travelers in London and Paris faced challenges in rearranging their plans, with some incurring high costs for alternative accommodations and travel. Thames Water suggested a "fire control system" caused the flooding. Affected customers can receive refunds or exchanges from Eurostar, but the timeline for service restoration remains uncertain. This incident adds to recent travel disruptions across the UK, including train and flight delays due to severe weather and staff shortages.

via BBC.com|

##eurostar #flooding