People planning to travel by bus, tram or train this week are being advised to plan ahead and take extra care, with hot and humid conditions forecast.
High temperatures are forecast throughout the week, with an amber weather warning – which means the heat is likely to affect journeys and people’s health – in place on Wednesday and Thursday.
Rails and other equipment, such as overhead lines that power trams and trains, can be adversely affected by the high temperatures, meaning delays or disruption to services are possible.
Passengers can take a few steps to stay comfortable and well when out and about:
- Carry water and drink plenty of fluids
- Avoid travelling during the hottest part of the day where possible
- Wear light clothing and stay in the shade
- If you feel unwell while travelling, get off at the next stop and seek fresh air
- Plan your journey, check for the latest information and advice before setting off and allow extra time to make your journey
- Look out for other passengers who may need help, especially those who are more vulnerable
Bee Network staff will be out across the network to help passengers, who can get the latest travel information and advice by checking the website or app.
TfGM’s Customer and Growth Director, Fran Wilkinson, said:
“Very high temperatures are forecast this week that can affect both people and the transport network.
“We will have staff out to help those who need it, and I would encourage customers to take a few simple steps to stay safe and comfortable while travelling, such as by carrying water, travelling at cooler times of the day and looking out for others.
“Due to the heat, there may be some disruption to Bee Network or local train services and I would encourage people to check for the latest information and advice before making their journey.”
Northern meanwhile are introducing a reduced timetable from Tuesday, 23 to Thursday, 25 June, and temporary speed restrictions are in place on some routes:
Those affected from Manchester are:
Manchester Oxford Road and Liverpool Lime Street via Warrington Central
-Manchester Victoria and Southport
-Manchester Victoria and Leeds via Bradford Interchange
-Manchester Victoria and Blackburn via Todmorden
-Manchester Victoria and Blackburn via Bolton
-Manchester Piccadilly and New Mills Central
-Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Airport
-Manchester Piccadilly and Hadfield
