Network Rail has confirmed that all trains in Cornwall will be suspended this evening due to adverse weather conditions expected to be brought in by Storm Goretti.
Trains will stop from 6pm until Friday morning, with passengers urged to plan ahead.
Also, in Devon, trains between Exeter and Okehampton / Barnstaple will be suspended after 6 pm/
Great Western Railway will continue to operate as many trains as possible on all other routes, but the severe weather may mean short-notice changes and cancellations.
Network Rail says that services on Friday morning may be affected as engineers clear any fallen trees and debris from the railway.
“Unfortunately, the expected conditions mean that we have had to close some of our routes for the safety of all – and due to the road conditions, we are not able to provide replacement transport – so please travel earlier today, or tomorrow to avoid being caught out.
“May I take the opportunity to also remind customers on other parts of our network to check their journey before travelling, especially if you are travelling longer distances.”
GWR Managing Director Mark Hopwood
Responses
Oh dear, yet another “precautionary” cancellation of all trains in an area. This never used to happen – speed limits were just lowered, train drivers proceeded with caution, and trains were only completely cancelled if there was actual damage to, or blockage of, the line.
I believe that Britain has become far too risk adverse. All travel has always carried an element of risk and, everyday, people assess the benefits of doing something against the risk of doing it.
But now, if anyone perceives any risk at all, cancellation is the only answer because “safety is our number 1 priority”. Actually it isn’t or shouldn’t be – running trains should be the number 1 priority for all rail companies.