Google adds LU alerts to Google Maps

In preparation for the 2012 London Olympics, Google has today rolled out a new update to its Google Maps service, which now brings London Underground Alerts directly to Google Maps.

The new update shows clearly any disruptions on the Underground that are happening at the time visitors need them most.

To view the new London Underground Alerts, simply click on a station in a timetable or in the public transport directions results. As well as adding real-time London Underground service alerts, Google has also included planned engineering works for the weekends in the journey planner as well.