Liverpool fans caught up in travel chaos before Chelsea match as Storm Amy causes havoc
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Liverpool fans have been left scrambling for travel options amid chaos caused by Storm Amy on Saturday. The Reds supporters are trying to travel down to London for their blockbuster clash against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.2Trains in Liverpool and surrounding areas have been majorly impacted by Storm AmyCredit: AlamyHowever, the stormy conditions are majorly impacting trains, with multiple cancellations at local stations.Liverpool reporter for The Athletic, James Pearce, warned fans about the travel issues on social media this morning.
Pearce wrote: "Travel chaos for LFC fans en route to Chelsea with trains out of Lime St and Runcorn cancelled due to storm damage to overhead electric wires. "If you can get to Crewe, they’re running fine from there."READ MORE ON FOOTBALLMajor disruption has been caused by the damage, with the issue impacting Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Railway trains.Trains travelling south from Liverpool Lime Street are disrupted.And some services are starting at Crewe station, skipping out stops at Lime Street and Runcorn on the way to London.Delays are expected to last until 2pm at the earliest on Saturday.However, trains continue to be cancelled at a later time than that at both Liverpool Lime Street and Runcorn.National Rail have said on the delays: "Damage to the overhead wires between Crewe and Runcorn means trains between Wolverhampton and Liverpool Lime Street may be cancelled, delayed by up to 60 minutes or revised.
Rail replacement transport has also been put into place in affected areas, according to the Liverpool Echo.Storm Amy latestWeather warnings have been put into place across the UK on Saturday as Storm Amy wreaks havoc.Winds of up to 100mph and heavy rains continue to impact the country, with power outages and travel chaos ensuing.Trains and flights have been hugely impacted, particularly in the north, which has caused major issues for Liverpool fans.2Liverpool fans are hoping to make it in time to Stamford Bridge this eveningCredit: GettyWhen does Chelsea vs Liverpool kick off? However, with the journey on the train taking around two hours on a normal day that isn't affected by weather, there will be major doubts over whether some people will be at the game on time.talkSPORT and talkSPORT.com will keep you up to date with all the latest updates and reaction to the game.Read More on talkSPORTTo tune in to talkSPORT or talkSPORT 2 through the website, click HERE for the live stream.