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Lima Metro Line 1: Two stations closed in SJL due to person on tracks
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Lima Metro Line 1: Two stations closed in SJL due to person on tracks

From La República · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Line 1 of the Lima Metro closed two stations, San Carlos and Los Postes, in San Juan de Lurigancho due to an unauthorized person entering the railway.
  • The closure disrupted the daily commute for many users, who were advised to seek alternative transportation.
  • Train operations are currently divided into two segments: Villa El Salvador to Los Jardines, and Bayóvar to San Martín, with an update on station status expected at 7:00 p.m.

The Line 1 of the Lima Metro announced the complete closure of the San Carlos and Los Postes stations in the San Juan de Lurigancho district on Wednesday, July 8. This measure was implemented due to an individual entering the railway tracks without authorization.

The unexpected closure caused significant disruption for numerous commuters who rely on the metro for their daily travel to work and home. The metro company advised passengers affected by the closure to utilize alternative modes of transportation while the situation was being addressed.

During the closure period, train services are operating in two separate segments. The first segment runs from Villa El Salvador station to Los Jardines station, while the second segment connects Bayóvar station to San Martín station. Line 1 stated that a further update regarding the operational status of the closed stations would be provided at 7:00 p.m. on the same day.

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Originally published by La República in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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