by InTrieste
Passengers across Italy brace for potential disruptions to train services as employees of Trenitalia, Italo, and Trenord gear up for a nationwide strike scheduled for Sunday, May 19th. The 23-hour industrial action, slated to commence from 03:00 on May 19th until 02:00 on May 20th, has prompted concerns regarding alterations to train timetables, both preceding and following the strike, as indicated by Trenitalia on its website.
With the strike poised to impact high-speed, long-distance, and regional train services, travelers are advised to anticipate potential changes to their travel plans. Notably, the timing of the strike, encompassing a significant portion of Sunday, raises the specter of disrupted services during peak hours, deviating from the customary weekday regulations, as reported by Italian media outlets.
For the latest updates and official information regarding impending strikes in Italy, commuters are encouraged to consult the transport ministry website. As uncertainty looms over rail travel, passengers remain vigilant amidst the looming specter of service disruptions.
