The screen looks like a swarm of blue ants
As previously mentioned, the decision by SIPTU and NBRU train drivers to take industrial action this morning has caused some serious disruption for Irish commuters.
Trains are expected to resume at 9am but it seems that Hailo have been enjoying a profitable morning because demand for their service in Dublin has absolutely skyrocketed.
Here’s what users would see on their screen when trying to book a taxi via the app.
It's getting busy out there! #Railstrikehttps://t.co/RhznnhR59b
— FREENOW Ireland (@FreeNow_IE) October 23, 2015
To their credit, they also offered discounts for anyone that had to avail of their services in the early hours of this morning.
Get 20% off on off-peak journeys tomorrow. We'll post discount code on twitter from 5am #RailStrike 🚂. pic.twitter.com/tbEl5qT41G
— FREENOW Ireland (@FreeNow_IE) October 22, 2015
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