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Train Drivers Find Bedbugs, Services Cancelled
3 Oct
Summary
- Train drivers discovered bedbugs in their cabs, leading to cancellations.
- Two affected train carriages were locked to isolate passenger areas.
- The incidents were contained to the drivers' cabs on two specific trains.
A number of train services were cancelled after drivers discovered bedbugs in their cabs on September 22nd. Southeastern, which operates services in Kent, East Sussex, and Greater London, confirmed that carriages on two affected trains were locked to isolate passenger areas from the cabs.
These trains remained in service only to return to a suitable location for inspection and potential treatment. The affected trains were based at the West Marina Depot in Hastings. Southeastern stated that cases have been contained to the drivers' cabs in only two trains.
The rail firm assured passengers that trains and stations are cleaned thoroughly. They also confirmed that no bedbugs were identified in passenger areas, emphasizing that passengers can travel safely and with confidence.
