Eurostar services have been severely impacted due to the aftermath of two tragic fatal accidents and a widespread theft of cables in France, prompting the operator to advise passengers to reconsider their travel plans.
Significant Disruptions Hit Eurostar Services Following Fatal Incidents and Theft
Significant Disruptions Hit Eurostar Services Following Fatal Incidents and Theft
Passengers face an ongoing crisis of delays and cancellations after tragic railway incidents and cable thefts lead to service disruptions.
Due to a series of unfortunate circumstances, Eurostar trains are experiencing major delays and cancellations, leaving passengers frustrated and inconvenienced for a second consecutive day.
On Tuesday, two individuals lost their lives on the LGV Nord high-speed line connecting Lille to Paris, resulting in the closure of this critical route for much of the day. The rail operator announced that these tragic incidents have reverberated into the following day, leading to additional delays exacerbated by the theft of approximately 600 meters of copper cables on the same line near Lille.
As a result of the cable theft, trains have been rerouted, which is increasing the time of travel for passengers. Key routes servicing London, Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam are particularly affected, leading to a spate of last-minute cancellations. Eurostar has urged travelers to either reschedule their trips free of charge or seek full refunds for their tickets.
"We apologize for the disruption this has caused our customers," stated the Eurostar team. They confirmed ongoing collaboration with French authorities and infrastructure teams to restore services as quickly and safely as possible.
Fortunately, the reopening of one track has allowed for some trains to operate in both directions, although full repairs are anticipated by approximately 16:00 BST. In an effort to support passengers stuck on delayed trains, Eurostar is providing complimentary water, and both platforms and waiting areas have become notably crowded as travelers navigate the ongoing upheaval.
On Tuesday, two individuals lost their lives on the LGV Nord high-speed line connecting Lille to Paris, resulting in the closure of this critical route for much of the day. The rail operator announced that these tragic incidents have reverberated into the following day, leading to additional delays exacerbated by the theft of approximately 600 meters of copper cables on the same line near Lille.
As a result of the cable theft, trains have been rerouted, which is increasing the time of travel for passengers. Key routes servicing London, Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam are particularly affected, leading to a spate of last-minute cancellations. Eurostar has urged travelers to either reschedule their trips free of charge or seek full refunds for their tickets.
"We apologize for the disruption this has caused our customers," stated the Eurostar team. They confirmed ongoing collaboration with French authorities and infrastructure teams to restore services as quickly and safely as possible.
Fortunately, the reopening of one track has allowed for some trains to operate in both directions, although full repairs are anticipated by approximately 16:00 BST. In an effort to support passengers stuck on delayed trains, Eurostar is providing complimentary water, and both platforms and waiting areas have become notably crowded as travelers navigate the ongoing upheaval.
