Leaks Plague Mexico City Metro Line 2 Amid Ongoing Repairs

Despite the ongoing FIFA World Cup, rehabilitation efforts on Line 2 of the Mexico City Metro persist, though recent rainfall has led to leaks at several stations, including Bellas Artes and Hidalgo. El Universal observed that work continues at Chabacano and Bellas Artes stations. At Chabacano, user access is restricted as work progresses on the platforms and the installation of the Floating Garden infrastructure on Calzada de Tlalpan.

At Bellas Artes station, workers were seen patching ceiling leaks, a problem previously reported by this newspaper at Hidalgo station on Line 2, where PVC pipes were used to temporarily support ceiling modifications. During a site visit, three workers were observed addressing water infiltration in the ceiling. The affected area, once painted black as part of the Line 2 renovation's new aesthetic, now appears gray due to the persistent water seepage.

Further along, near the transfer point between lines 2 and 8, ongoing work is concealed by black tarps. Despite these coverings, an opening reveals tools, construction debris, and bags of cement and dust, indicating continued activity. The Metro's efforts to modernize Line 2, including a new black color scheme, are being hampered by these persistent leaks.

Work has concluded at the Hidalgo, Portales, and Nativitas stations. Platform and transfer work at Hidalgo is fully completed, as is the case at Nativitas and Portales. However, repairs are still underway at the San Antonio Abad station, specifically concerning the turnstiles, due to its connection with the Floating Calzada project. The disruptions highlight the challenges faced in maintaining and upgrading the aging metro system, especially during periods of heavy rainfall.