Eurostar cancels 14 trains due to flooded UK tunnel - Breaking The News

Eurostar cancels 14 trains due to flooded UK tunnel

30 December

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United Kingdom's rail service Eurostar canceled at least 14 trains on Saturday after flooding in a tunnel near Ebbsfleet International Station in Kent, AFP reported.

"Flooding between Ebbsfleet International and London St Pancras International means that all lines are blocked. Trains running between these stations may be canceled," Southeastern, a British train operating company announced on their website.

In addition, the United Kingdom's National Weather Service issued a warning of rain, snow, and ice over large parts of the country. This all comes ahead of New Year's Eve when thousands of people are trying to get to their homes for the holidays.

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