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* autumn Timetable for DART and Commuter Trains: Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) is implementing a revised timetable for DART and Dublin commuter trains due to autumn leaf fall.
* Leaf Fall & Rail Adhesion: Falling leaves create a slippery layer on the rails, reducing adhesion and requiring drivers to drive more cautiously. This is likened to “black ice” on roads.
* Schedule Adjustments: Morning services will be moved forward to maintain arrival times, while evening services will depart as scheduled (meaning passengers will arrive home later).
* Not a new Practice: Iarnród Éireann states that this “autumn timetable” approach is common practice in other countries like Britain, the netherlands, Germany, the US, and Canada.
* Related News: The article briefly mentions a separate story about Barack Obama and his upcoming visit to dublin.
The article focuses on the practical impact of autumn conditions on train schedules and explains the reasoning behind the changes.
