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Very windy here in Brizzle but far from the worst I've experienced. Still increasing in power though so we'll see what happens later. I have to go out at 2 (on foot and only a quarter of a mile or so, I think I'll manage it!).
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« Reply #61 on: February 18, 2022, 12:08:49 » |
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« Reply #62 on: February 18, 2022, 12:13:17 » |
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« Reply #64 on: February 18, 2022, 13:21:53 » |
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« Reply #65 on: February 18, 2022, 13:23:48 » |
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From Journeycheck ... Line Updates
Cancellations to services between Swindon and Cheltenham Spa
Cancellations to services between Reading and Guildford
Cancellations to services between Basingstoke and Reading
Cancellations to services between Gatwick Airport and Guildford via Redhill
Cancellations to services between Bath Spa and Westbury
Cancellations to services on all routes
Cancellations to services between Exeter St Davids and Barnstaple
Cancellations to services between Plymouth and Gunnislake
Cancellations to services between Bristol Temple Meads and Severn Beach via Clifton Down
Cancellations to services between Liskeard and Looe
Cancellations to services between Par and Newquay
Cancellations to services between Truro and Falmouth Docks
Cancellations to services between St Erth and St Ives
Cancellations to services between Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff Central
Cancellations to services between Exeter St Davids and Okehampton
Cancellations to services between Bristol Parkway and Swansea via Cardiff Central |
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« Reply #66 on: February 18, 2022, 13:32:03 » |
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Just in Conditions have worsened and we have suspended all rail services.
Customers should not therefore set out to travel and we have updated our advice through media interviews and on social media such as @gwrhelp
Our teams are working hard to look after customers who have already started their journeys, and once it is safe, they will be clearing debris from lines so that we can try and restart services.
Services are likely to remain suspended or disrupted for the rest of the day, and this will knock on into services tomorrow.
We will update you again when we know more, but for now, anything you can do to spread the message not to travel, perhaps by sharing our twitter message, would be very helpful.
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« Reply #68 on: February 18, 2022, 13:45:31 » |
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Just in Conditions have worsened and we have suspended all rail services.
Customers should not therefore set out to travel and we have updated our advice through media interviews and on social media such as @gwrhelp
Our teams are working hard to look after customers who have already started their journeys, and once it is safe, they will be clearing debris from lines so that we can try and restart services.
Services are likely to remain suspended or disrupted for the rest of the day, and this will knock on into services tomorrow.
We will update you again when we know more, but for now, anything you can do to spread the message not to travel, perhaps by sharing our twitter message, would be very helpful.
Given the forecast and the known severity of the storm, it would perhaps have been better to not try to operate any services today.................what you have now is quite possibly thousands of people who are stranded without any means of getting home. I wonder what GWR▸ are going to do for them? |
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« Reply #69 on: February 18, 2022, 13:54:32 » |
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SWR» now suspended too In a joint statement, South Western Railway and Network Rail said:
“Gusts of more than 90mph wind have caused multiple incidents across the SWR network today, with 30 fallen trees already blocking key routes.
“As a result, SWR services have been suspended until at least 18.00 and we strongly urge customers not to travel at this time. We are working hard to restore services, but ask customers to make alternative travel plans if they can.
“Customers should regularly check the ‘Plan my journey’ page on SWR’s website, which will be updated with the latest information every hour.
“We would like to apologise to our customers for the impact this will have on their journeys, but – as always – our primary concern is the safety and welfare of customers and colleagues out on the network”.
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« Reply #72 on: February 18, 2022, 14:08:40 » |
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Given the forecast and the known severity of the storm, it would perhaps have been better to not try to operate any services today.................what you have now is quite possibly thousands of people who are stranded without any means of getting home.
I wonder what GWR▸ are going to do for them?
The advice this morning was pretty clear so those who ventured out should have been well aware of the risks. I think it is unfair to blame GWR for trying to run a minimal service which might have allowed some people who were away from home to return. The wind is starting to reduce here now so I think it quite possible that many services will be able to restart before the end of the day. |
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« Reply #73 on: February 18, 2022, 14:18:36 » |
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JourneyCheck:
Cancellations to services on all routes
Due to severe weather:
Train services running across the whole Great Western Railway network will be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.
Customer Advice
Storm Eunice is now moving across the UK▸ bringing with it damaging wind speeds. The Met Office has upgraded their severe weather warning to red the highest level for parts of south west England and South Wales, London and the South East. Find out more here.
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For safety, Network Rail are closingthe railway infrastructure, all GWR▸ services are now suspended.
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Customers should not attempt totravel.
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Train services that are currently operating are continuing to a suitable staffed station, where our colleagues will be able help keep customers safe.
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Keeping you updated:
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We are advising customers not to travel.
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Keep up to date with the latest information on the GWR website, mobile app and social media platforms @GWRHelp.
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Ticket easements:
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Tickets dated for travel today (Friday 18 February) will be valid for travel on Saturday 19, Sunday 20 or Monday 21 February and customers are strongly advised to delay their journeys until the storm has passed.
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Refunds:
Customers who choose not to travel will be able to claim a fee-free refund. Those who travel and are delayed may be entitled to delay repay compensation if you are delayed by 15 mins or more. Find out more here.
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« Reply #74 on: February 18, 2022, 14:27:46 » |
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That's a location with trees of the sort of size that *really* need not to be at risk of suddenly laying flat, let alone across a railway line. |
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