The Goretti storm is hitting Île-de-France head-on this Friday morning, leading to a complete shutdown of traffic at Gare Saint-Lazare in Paris. Several Transilien lines are paralyzed right from the early hours, mainly due to fallen trees obstructing the tracks. Météo-France has issued orange alerts for multiple departments, warning of strong winds with gusts reaching up to 130 km/h in some areas. Commuters across the Île-de-France region are facing a particularly difficult morning, with significant disruptions affecting lines J, N, P, and L.
The J line of Transilien is experiencing the most significant disruptions. Train traffic between Les Mureaux and Paris Saint-Lazare has been completely suspended in both directions, with service expected to resume around 10:30 a.m., according to SNCF Transilien. Operations also remain heavily impacted between Pontoise and the city center. Further north, trains are unable to run between Vernon and Mantes-la-Jolie, with no estimated reopening before noon. Additionally, a fallen tree on the tracks at Maisons-Laffitte is blocking all trains on that section. Storm Goretti has caused numerous tree falls across the Île-de-France region.
Over at Montparnasse, Line N is also feeling the impact. Travelers are facing disruptions between Plaisir-Grignon and Paris Montparnasse, as well as between Mantes-la-Jolie and the Paris station, in both directions.
The Line P, serving eastern Paris, is experiencing multiple service disruptions with outages lasting at least until 10 a.m. Trains are suspended between Meaux and La Ferté-Milon, between Paris-Est and Provins, between Paris-Est and Coulommiers, as well as between Paris-Est and Meaux. SNCF crews are working tirelessly to clear the tracks and restore service as quickly as possible.
Line L of the Transilien is among the hardest hit by this morning’s storm. No trains are running between Nanterre Université and Cergy-le-Haut in either direction until at least 9:30 a.m. Elsewhere on the line, service remains heavily disrupted, with delays and cancellations expected to continue at least until noon.
In light of this exceptional situation, we recommend regularly checking the official Transilien website or the mobile app for real-time updates on service disruptions. Travelers are also encouraged to consider using the metro and bus services operated by RATP whenever possible, though expecting increased crowds. SNCF advises those whose travel isn't urgent to postpone their journeys. For a comprehensive overview of this week's disruptions in Île-de-France, please refer to our dedicated article as well.
SNCF staff are on the ground across the Île-de-France region, providing information and guidance to travelers at major stations. Alternative transportation options are gradually being introduced, including replacement buses on certain segments of the lines. Commuters should brace for a challenging morning, as technical teams work to clear the tracks and secure the infrastructure before regular service can resume.
In short, if you absolutely need to travel in Île-de-France this Friday morning, plan extra time and consider remote work if your employer allows it. The Goretti storm highlights how vulnerable the Île-de-France railway network can be to severe weather, especially when fallen trees damage overhead lines and tracks. For the latest on traffic conditions and weather forecasts, check out the Météo-France website.
