Southeastern has cancelled all mainline routes as Storm Eunice disrupts travel across the country.
Routes from London will be shut as the region continues to face winds of up to 60mph and fallen trees on lines.
The Met Office issued a rare red weather warning for London with people urged to stay indoors.
Southeastern also said that all their Metro routes are blocked and will likely be closing too.
❌We strongly advise you do not travel today, Friday 18th February, due to #StormEunice.
— Southeastern (@Se_Railway) February 18, 2022
🎫Tickets for Friday are valid on Saturday - or you can apply for a refund
ℹ️ More info:- https://t.co/8osA35Tc3n pic.twitter.com/fBx51KwIlx
All the closed Southeastern lines:
- Woolwich line
- Bexleyheath Line
- Sidcup Line
- Hayes Line
- Sole Street Line
- Bromely South Line
- Maidstone East Line
- Paddock Wood Line
- Hastings Line
- Medway Valley Line
- Sheerness Line
- Highspeed via Ashford
- Highspeed via Gravesend
To get full up-to-date travel advice check the National Rail website.
What to expect from Storm Eunice red weather warning
A Met Office spokesman said: “Extremely strong west to southwesterly winds will develop over southwest England and south Wales early on Friday.
“Widespread inland gusts of 70-80 mph are likely and up to around 90 mph near some coasts, with dangerous conditions on beaches and seafronts.
“Winds are expected to ease from the west during the late morning.”
What is a red weather warning?
This is how the Met Office describe a red weather warning: “Dangerous weather is expected and, if you haven’t already done so, you should take action now to keep yourself and others safe from the impact of the severe weather.
“It is very likely that there will be a risk to life, with substantial disruption to travel, energy supplies and possibly widespread damage to property and infrastructure.
“You should avoid travelling, where possible, and follow the advice of the emergency services and local authorities.”
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