Speed restrictions have been imposed on major train lines out of London, including the Brighton mainline and western mainline, due to soaring temperatures exceeding 30C, causing track temperatures to reach 50C. This is leading to longer journeys, possible cancellations, and disruption for passengers, including Glastonbury returnees. Restrictions are expected to continue as the heatwave persists.
Speed restrictions imposed on two main train lines amid UK heatwave
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Speed restrictions have been imposed on major train lines out of London, including the Brighton mainline and western mainline, due to soaring temperatures exceeding 30C, causing track temperatures to reach 50C. This is leading to longer journeys, possible cancellations, and disruption for passengers, including Glastonbury returnees. Restrictions are expected to continue as the heatwave persists.
Trending- 1 Weekend: Speed restrictions imposed on Brighton mainline
- 2 Monday midday: Speed restrictions extended to western mainline
- 3 Monday 10pm: Restrictions in place until
- 4 Tuesday: Temperatures expected to nudge higher, likely leading to continued restrictions
- Longer journeys
- Possible train cancellations
- 10-15 minute delays on most trains
- Disruption for Glastonbury returnees
- Risk of track failure
What: Speed restrictions imposed on train lines.
When: Weekend (restrictions put in place for Brighton mainline), Monday (extended to western mainline, until 10pm), Tuesday (expected to nudge higher).
Where: Southern Britain, London Paddington, Brighton mainline, western mainline, Thames valley area, Castle Cary station, northern England, Scotland, Carlisle, Glasgow.
Why: Soaring temperatures (exceeding 30C, leading to 50C on tracks) increase the risk of track failure and buckling.
How: Network Rail and train operators decided to impose speed restrictions.