Electrical Fault Disrupts Taiwan Railways, Services Shift to Single Track

Taiwan Railways (TRA) services experienced disruptions starting at 3 PM on Saturday due to an electrical equipment anomaly on the eastern main line between Zhongzhou and Baoan stations. The issue has necessitated temporary single-track operations in both directions on sections between Tainan and Dahu, and along the Shalun line between Zhongzhou and Baoan.

The TRA reported that the anomaly occurred at 2:25 PM. As a result, trains are currently utilizing the western main line for bi-directional travel. The disruption specifically impacted the 117th Tzu-Chiang Limited Express and the 3201st local train, both of which were stopped at Baoan Station. Passengers from these trains are being transferred to the 121st Tzu-Chiang Limited Express, which will make an additional stop at Baoan Station to facilitate the transfer.

Taiwan Railways' electrical unit is actively engaged in repairs at the site. The company has issued a sincere apology to passengers for the inconvenience caused by the service disruptions. Further updates on the repair progress and service resumption are pending.