08 Sep 2023 | 02:24 PM UTC
UK: Disruptions to France-bound LeShuttle service via Channel Tunnel likely through early evening Sept. 8 due to police activity
France-bound LeShuttle service via Channel Tunnel entrance in Folkestone, UK, suspended due to police activity Sept. 8.
Event
Significant disruptions to France-bound LeShuttle auto train services via the Channel Tunnel will likely continue through at least the early evening of Sept. 8. Authorities closed LeShuttle's check-in terminal at about 10:30 after stopping a suspicious vehicle and detaining one individual; explosives experts were subsequently called to the scene and placed the facility on lockdown. There have been no reports of any device having been located. The incident is not impacting UK-bound travel from France or Eurostar rail service in either direction.
Significant disruptions and heightened security are likely for several hours after LeShuttle services resume.
Advice
Reconfirm all France-bound LeShuttle travel through the evening of Sept. 8. Monitor LeShuttle resources for updates. Allow additional time if traveling near the affected area. Strictly heed all instructions given by authorities.
