Why are there so many leaves on the tracks?
This can lead to longer journey times and delays. A build-up of leaves on the tracks can also cause delays by forming a barrier between the train wheels and the electrical parts of the track that help us to pin-point where trains are.
How does the weather affect the rail network?
During severe weather trains are often busier as people leave the car or bike at home. The rail network copes well with ‘run of the mill’ winter weather. Behind the scenes, rail operators have emergency plans in place to keep that disruption to a minimum.
Which is the best app to track the weather?
You can track multiple locations at once, which is handy if you need to know what’s happening back at home, or in your next destination. For a simpler interface, check out the Weather Channel app.
Why do leaves fall on the railway in the UK?
There are 10 million trees on and next to the railway in Britain and, every autumn, thousands of tonnes of leaves fall onto the tracks. Windy conditions can cause heavy leaf-fall in a short space of time and rain means they are more likely to stick to the rails.
How can I track weather on the road?
Once you’re on the road, the free Weather Channel app will give you severe weather alerts, future radar information for 6 hours ahead as well as future 48-hour precipitation, snowfall, and a driving difficulty index. You should be able to see exactly where the storm is by selecting the “roads above weather” option.
How to track severe weather in the browser?
Track Severe Storms: The StormNet® Severe Weather Browser – iWeatherNet The WeatherNet Severe Weather Browser enables you to view severe weather warning polygons in real-time, radar loops, and overlay other weather parameters.
How to factor the weather into a road trip?
How to Factor the Weather Forecast Into a Road Trip Plan 1. The Morecast Weather Forecast, Radar & Widget App You can stay safer and save time by factoring the weather forecast into your route selection before leaving your home or hotel. One of the more helpful free trip-planning apps available is Morecast’s Weather Forecast, Radar & Widget app.
You can track multiple locations at once, which is handy if you need to know what’s happening back at home, or in your next destination. For a simpler interface, check out the Weather Channel app.