Lanarkshire commuters face huge disruption as Storm Corrie wreaks havoc

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Massive rail disruption is being felt across Lanarkshire this morning because of Storm Corrie.Service to and from East Kilbride have been cancelled until further notice, with rail operators ScotRail citing “severe weather” as the cause.That has seen the service cancelled “until the end of the day”.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android As a result of the impact of the story, “very limited” replacement transport is available for commuters on the line.Indeed, such is the impact that passengers are “advised to consider making their own alternative arrangements”.ScotRail said: “Train services between Glasgow Central and East Kilbride will be suspended.“After Storm Corrie, we will have to check to ensure that the tracks are clear before we can run services.“Please check ‘your options’ for alternative travel arrangements.”On the Motherwell line, there is disruption as a result of engineering works.Planned works at Drumry will take place on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday until April 2, starting at 2am each day.That affects the Hamilton and Cumbernauld lines also, among others.For more information, head online for service updates.**Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire.

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