Amtrak temporarily suspends service between Seattle and Portland due to landslide, according to the company. As reported on Amtrak X's social media platform, alternative transportation options will be available for passengers affected by the early morning halt.
While the popular train service is paused, travelers should consider various alternative transportation options. These alternatives include:
- Sounder Commuter Rail: While primarily catering to rush-hour commuters, Sounder trains might offer additional services or adjustments to accommodate more passengers during the service suspension. However, they aren't designed to handle long-distance travel like Amtrak.
- Greyhound Bus: Greyhound provides bus services between Seattle and Portland, making it a viable alternative for long-distance travelers trying to reach their destinations.
- Other Bus Services: Companies such as BoltBus, FlixBus, or local bus services might also offer alternative routes or schedules to help fill the gap.
- Private Car Services/Taxis: For a more personalized experience, travelers may consider using private car services or taxis, which would, however, likely be more expensive.
- Flight: Flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Portland International Airport (PDX) with airlines like Alaska Airlines or Delta Air Lines could prove to be an alternative option for some passengers.
- Local Transit: For those who only need to travel short distances within the Seattle or Portland areas, local transit systems like King County Metro in Seattle or Tri-Met in Portland could be used.
By opting for these alternatives, travelers can still reach their destinations despite the temporary Amtrak service suspension.
Amtrak continues routinely between Portland and Eugene, Oregon, and between Seattle and Vancouver, BC. The company assures its passengers that it will keep them updated on the situation and the resumption of regular service once the problem is resolved.
Drastic weather conditions in the Pacific Northwest left more than 10 million people under a flood alert on Tuesday, as a powerful atmospheric river submerged the entire region. Rainfall is expected to intensify in parts of the Cascade Mountains in Oregon, the south of Washington State, and the Northwest California on Wednesday.
CNN's Forrest Brown contributed to this report.
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