Brief by Shorts91 NewsDesk / 10:38am on 01 Jul 2025,Tuesday Weather & Environment
Train passengers across the UK are facing severe delays and cancellations due to extreme heat damaging railway infrastructure. Network Rail has implemented emergency speed restrictions to reduce the risk of track buckling. With temperatures soaring above 30°C, rails typically 20°C hotter than the air are expanding dangerously. Affected areas include routes between London and Scotland and parts of Wales. Southeastern, Greater Anglia, and LNER services have been notably disrupted. Network Rail advised passengers to travel only if absolutely necessary. While modern rails are designed to handle higher temperatures, older sections remain vulnerable. Engineers are monitoring tracks, while operators scramble to maintain safety and service amid growing commuter frustration. (PC: The Independent & Wikipedia)
