Rail operator Northern has announced ALL its train services in the North West and Greater Manchester have now been cancelled.
No trains will run across the network until at least 10.30am. And Northern said the position might be extended further into Monday as a result of Storm Franklin.
Commuters are being warned not to go to railway stations, with the operator saying there are 'no alternatives' as fierce winds and heavy rain persist.
A spokesman blamed the 'severe weather' and said 'numerous incidents' on lines were being dealt with. Nothern confirmed the rare move on Twitter.
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