Electrical storm forces Cablebús Line 3 users to disembark; Metro and Metrobús slow down
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- A severe electrical storm caused the evacuation of users from Line 3 of the Cablebús in Mexico City.
- The Metro and Metrobús systems implemented slow-speed protocols on several lines due to heavy rainfall.
- Service on the Cablebús Line 3 will resume once weather conditions improve.
A severe electrical storm prompted the evacuation of passengers from Line 3 of the Cablebús in Mexico City on Monday evening. The Cablebús, which connects Vasco de Quiroga and Constituyentes in the western part of the city, initiated the disembarkation of users due to the intense storm in the area.
The Cablebús organization stated that service operations would resume as usual once meteorological conditions become favorable. This measure was taken to ensure the safety of passengers during the adverse weather event.
Once the meteorological conditions are adequate, we will resume the service operation as usual.
In response to the heavy rainfall, both the Metro and Metrobús systems implemented safety protocols. The Metro announced the activation of slow-speed measures on Lines 8, A, and 12. This safety procedure involves reducing train speeds to guarantee secure journeys for passengers.
The Metrobús also reported that its units have decreased their speed across all seven of its lines due to the ongoing rains. These precautionary measures across different public transport networks aim to mitigate risks associated with the severe weather impacting the capital.
This measure reduces the speed of trains to guarantee a safe journey.
Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.