@Se_Railway @Shardrecruit @nationalrailenq Hi @Shardrecruit we're really sorry for the continuing disruption. It's likely the first train of the day will continue to run empty for at least tomorrow and possibly further as the conditions are very, very cold. /1
@Se_Railway @Shardrecruit @nationalrailenq We are running two anti-icing circuits of the entire Kent network every day at the moment, which is around 1,354 miles, but that along isn't enough and we need passenger trains running to keep the rails clear of ice. /2
@Se_Railway @Shardrecruit @nationalrailenq By running the first services empty we keep the tracks free from ice and we also avoid the risk of passengers getting trapped on trains if the worst happens and they stall. We are constantly reassessing our plans and watching the weather to judge the best approach. /3
@Se_Railway @Shardrecruit @nationalrailenq ...but we do appreciate how frustrating this is. We're pleased to say the whole network will be open again tomorrow although please take care while travelling to and from stations as the temperatures overnight are going to be very low again. Thank you.
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