ProRail steps up inspections as heatwave triggers multiple infrastructure problems (opens in new tab)

ProRail is increasing its monitoring of the railway network during the heatwave. Alongside routine maintenance, additional so-called heat inspections are being carried out, a spokesperson said. Sections of track where maintenance work has recently taken place are subject to extra checks, with staff verifying that the rails remain securely in position. “These inspections are part of our standard procedures, but we step them up during periods of extreme heat,” the spokesperson added. The heat h...