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Jun 30, 09:47 PM
Heavy Rains Suspend Service on Mexico City Metro Lines A and 8, Affecting Multiple Stations and Requiring Provisional Transport
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Heavy Rains Suspend Service on Mexico City Metro Lines A and 8, Affecting Multiple Stations and Requiring Provisional Transport

Authors
  • Joaquín López-Dóriga
  • El Universal
  • Proceso
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Intense rainfall in Mexico City has repeatedly disrupted Metro service on multiple lines, notably Lines A and 8. On June 26, heavy rains caused suspension of service on Line A between Guelatao and La Paz, limiting operations to the Pantitlán-Guelatao segment. This suspension affected five to six stations due to flooding and water accumulation on the tracks. Service was later normalized but similar disruptions recurred. On June 29-30, Line 8 experienced flooding between stations Iztacalco and La Viga, resulting in the closure of four stations and partial service operating on two segments: Garibaldi to Chabacano and Constitución de 1917 to Apatlaco. Authorities provided provisional transport via RTP buses and police vehicles to assist passengers during the 16-hour suspension. The flooding reached up to 80 cm on the guide rail, particularly affecting the Coyuya station. Service on Line 8 was fully restored by early July 1. In late July, a failure in the catenary system caused by a geological fault led to the closure of Los Reyes and La Paz stations on Line A, restricting service to Pantitlán-Santa Marta. After approximately 16 hours, service resumed on this segment. However, on July 31 and into early August, heavy rains again forced suspension of Line A service between Peñón Viejo and La Paz due to flooding, with partial operation maintained between Pantitlán and Guelatao. The flooding also severely affected Calzada Ignacio Zaragoza, causing significant commuter disruption. Authorities continued desilting and pumping operations to restore full service. Throughout these events, the Metro system implemented safety measures including reduced train speeds on Lines 2, 8, 12, and A. The Servicio de Transportes Eléctricos offered provisional service on the Light Rail line between Tasqueña and Estadio Azteca. These repeated weather-related interruptions have caused delays and required extensive coordination of alternative transport services to mitigate commuter impact.

Written with ChatGPT (GPT-4).

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