Thousands of Eurostar passengers are facing significant delays and unexpected cancellations due to cable theft, following two track fatalities that disrupted services. The latest delays stem from the theft of 600 meters of copper cables in Lille, France, forcing Eurostar to reroute trains and leading to longer journey times. The operator was already dealing with disruptions caused by the fatalities on French rail lines, resulting in trains and staff being out of position.
Eurostar is providing assistance to affected passengers, including distributing water on delayed trains and station teams offering support. Passengers impacted by the delays have the option to change their travel plans at no extra cost or request a full refund. In a statement, Eurostar warned that trains are likely to experience severe delays and last-minute cancellations due to the cable theft, advising passengers to consider canceling or postponing their trips.
The operator expressed condolences for the fatalities on Tuesday, stating that two individuals lost their lives on the LGV Nord high-speed line between Lille and Paris. The closure of the line led to significant disruptions in Eurostar services, with cancellations on routes to and from Paris and delays on the London-Brussels-Amsterdam route. The knock-on effect of displaced trains and crew, coupled with cable theft near Lille, further impacted services.
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