Britain's Rail Network Under Siege: Drought Stricken Trains and a Soaring Climate Crisis The UK's rail network is facing its latest challenge as persistent drought conditions caused by the climate crisis take their toll on the country's tracks.
For months, railway operators have struggled to keep services running smoothly due to soil moisture deficits affecting the ground that many sections of the track sit on.
The effects are being felt acutely in southern England, where operators are implementing speed restrictions and altered timetables to prevent further disruption.