Disruption to Metro service to run into Friday after fallen tree causes damage
A fallen tree has caused significant disruption to the Tyne and Wear Metro, with services expected to be affected until Friday. The incident occurred near Whitley Bay, resulting in the suspension of services between Four Lane Ends and Tynemouth. Nexus has been working tirelessly to repair the downed wires, but the severity of the damage has led to an extension of the suspension between Shiremoor and Tynemouth. Replacement bus services have been deployed to assist commuters in the area.
What caused the disruption on the Metro?
The disruption on the Metro was caused by a fallen tree near Whitley Bay, which brought down overhead lines and affected the power supply for the trains. The incident occurred around 3pm on Thursday afternoon, May 30, leading to the suspension of services between Four Lane Ends and Tynemouth.
How long will the disruption last?
Due to the severity of the damage caused by the fallen tree, Nexus has announced that the disruption will run into Friday. Engineers are currently working to repair the 500 meters of downed wires in the Whitley Bay area, with a replacement bus service, 900, available for affected customers. It is advised for commuters to check for updates before traveling and allow extra time for their journeys.
What is Nexus doing to address the issue?
Nexus has assured customers that their engineers are working diligently to remove the fallen tree and re-install the overhead lines to restore power supply for the Metro trains. The scale of the repair works necessitates the extension of the disruption until Friday, with replacement bus services in place to accommodate affected passengers. Customers are encouraged to stay informed and plan their journeys accordingly to minimize inconvenience.
