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Indonesia Train Service Halted After Earthquake, Resumes After Safety Checks

From Tempo · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A magnitude 3.5 earthquake centered in Cianjur, West Java, prompted PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) to temporarily halt the Siliwangi train service.
  • The halt was a standard operating procedure to inspect the train and tracks for any damage caused by the earthquake.
  • After ensuring the safety of the railway line, the Siliwangi train resumed its journey from Cianjur to Sukabumi with passengers remaining onboard.

PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) temporarily suspended the Siliwangi train service in Ciranjang-Cianjur, West Java, following a magnitude 3.5 earthquake. The company's standard operating procedure mandates halting all running trains after an earthquake to ensure the safety of both the rolling stock and the railway infrastructure.

KAI Daop 2 Bandung Public Relations Manager Kuswardojo explained that the inspection is crucial to confirm that the seismic activity has not compromised the integrity of the tracks. The Siliwangi train, en route from Cipatat to Sukabumi, was stopped at 8:11 PM local time. Passengers were informed about the situation and the ongoing safety checks.

After a thorough examination of the railway line between Cianjur and Sukabumi, and once it was confirmed safe for operation, the Siliwangi train (number 345) was cleared to depart from Cianjur Station at 8:52 PM. Throughout the process, passengers remained in their seats, and KAI officials provided updates on the situation and the inspection results, ensuring transparency and passenger comfort during the temporary halt.

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Originally published by Tempo in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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