Storm Éowyn is expected to bring the strongest winds in a decade, leading to widespread rail disruptions across the UK. Passengers are urged to check travel updates before their journey.

The Met Office has issued multiple weather warnings for high winds set to impact Britain on Friday, 24 January, with Northern England, Northern Wales, and Scotland facing the worst of the storm. This will have a severe effect on both the East Coast and West Coast Main Lines.

Several rail routes are already closed, including parts of the West Coast Main Line north of Preston and the East Coast Main Line north of Newcastle, disrupting services between England and Scotland. Further closures may be implemented across Northern England, Scotland, and Northern Wales as the storm develops. Travelers should monitor National Rail Enquiries and the social media pages of their train operators for the latest updates and alternative travel information.

Passengers planning to travel on affected lines this Friday are encouraged to complete their trips by Thursday, 23 January, if possible. Those unable to adjust their plans should reach out to their train company for guidance on ticket acceptance.

Additionally, no trains will be operating to or from London King’s Cross on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 January due to essential engineering works on the East Coast Main Line.

Lisa Angus, Industry Weather Response Director, said: “The decision to close parts of the railway is never one that we take lightly, but the safety of passengers and our staff is our top priority. We have been preparing for the severe impacts of Storm Éowyn all week and will have scores of workers ready to deal with any incidents which occur, such as flash flooding or fallen trees and other items blocking the tracks.

“We ask residents living by the railway to tie down loose garden items, like trampolines or gazebos, which pose a risk of blowing onto the railway and could cause further unnecessary delays for passengers and freight services.”

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