Railway prepares for disruption from Storm Darragh

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The East Coast Main Line near Werrington Junction (photo credit Arup)_cropped (1)
The East Coast Main Line near Werrington Junction // Credit: Arup

is warning passengers that stormy weather might disrupt their train journeys this weekend.

Storm Darragh is likely to bring strong winds and heavy rain on Saturday and into Sunday.

It is particularly urging caution for people planning travelling on the East Coast, Yorkshire and the Northeast. However, the storm will affect large parts of the country.

Great Western Railway has warned of likely disruption to its services, and a heritage railway in Wales has cancelled its services this weekend.

The railway may need to impose speed restrictions where winds are particularly strong. Train journeys may be delayed or cancelled.

Trees down as a result of Storm Eunice
Trees down as a result of Storm Eunice in 2022 // Credit: Network Rail

Network Rail is also concerned about the possibility of strong winds blowing objects onto the train, potentially blocking the track and delaying train services. It is urging people who live near to the railway to secure loose objects in their gardens, such as garden furniture and trampolines, to prevent them being carried onto the track by the wind.

Passengers can check whether there is to their journey with their train operator or they can visit Enquiries for information.

Storm Darragh comes only two weeks after Storm Bert also caused disruption to Britain’s railways.

“Our teams are working hard to prepare for the extreme weather Storm Darragh will bring to the East Coast, Yorkshire and the north-east this weekend.

“We hope this will help minimise any disruption the storm may cause but we urge passengers to check before they travel.“

Sam MacDougall, Network Rail operations director, East Coast Route

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