Services on the Piccadilly line between Rayners Lane and Uxbridge have resumed after a suspension caused by significant wheel damage from an unusual leaf fall last year. The damage was attributed to extended leaf cling and a rapid fall during storms, challenging the aging trains. Although service restoration was delayed to late January 2025, the new trains expected to launch this year feature a modern design that mitigates risks posed by falling leaves. Additionally, Transport for London is reassessing its weather response strategies to adapt to evolving climate conditions.
Services on the Piccadilly line between Rayners Lane and Uxbridge have been restored after being suspended last year due to unusual leaf fall causing extensive wheel damage.
TfL's report indicates they are reviewing severe and extreme weather plans to ensure they remain effective amid changing weather patterns.
The new Piccadilly line trains set to debut later this year will incorporate a modern wheel bogie design that reduces susceptibility to leaf fall damage.
Unlike the Piccadilly line, the newer Met line trains were unaffected by the leaf fall challenges due to a better-designed wheel bogie.
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