Metrolink riders are about to lose their cool this afternoon as major power line failures are throwing a wrench in their travel plans. Yup, the dreaded overhead power lines have been damaged, and that means delays, cancellations, and one major headache for anyone trying to get around Greater Manchester today.
As first reported by Salford Media, engineers are racing against the clock to repair the damage, but in the meantime, trains are running on reduced schedules—and some? Completely out of service. We’re talking about platform crowds straight out of a horror movie, and with social media buzzing with complaints, you can feel the frustration building.
Sources revealed that commuters are already sharing their gripes online, saying things like, “Been waiting 40 minutes, still no sign of a tram” and “Is this how we’re supposed to get to work now?” It’s not pretty, people. 😬
To make matters worse, buses have been put in place to help—but let’s be honest, who’s really going to trust that when the trams are already a hot mess? Even the Metrolink app has been slammed with issues, making it impossible to get a reliable update.
So, what does this all mean? Well, if you’re planning to take Metrolink today, expect some serious delays and a lot of frustration. According to reports, things might not get back to normal until late in the day. So maybe just stay home and binge-watch Netflix. Or, you know, go full-on commute warrior—your call.
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