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Transjakarta briefly shuts lifts and escalators over Anak Krakatau ash

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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News Named sources Outcome reported
  • Transjakarta temporarily suspended lift and escalator operations at all stops on September 6 to guard against possible damage from volcanic ash.
  • The facilities reopened on Sunday night after inspections, while bus services continued operating normally.
  • The operator kept staff near stairways to assist passengers with disabilities and priority passengers, and urged people to wear masks outdoors.

Transjakarta briefly shut down lifts and escalators at all of its stops on Sunday, September 6, as volcanic ash from Anak Krakatau raised concerns about damage to mechanical systems and electronic sensor modules.

Ayu Wardhani, the company’s head of public relations and corporate social responsibility, said staff had inspected all the facilities. “The inspection was completed last night, and the facilities were immediately put back into operation for customers’ convenience,” she said on Monday.

The temporary shutdown formed part of Transjakarta’s safety measures during the eruption. Staff remained on duty near the stairs to assist passengers with disabilities and other priority passengers.

The operator said its bus services continued normally despite the adjustment to supporting facilities. Ayu urged passengers to wear masks when outside and to follow the latest information through official channels.

The inspection was completed last night, and the facilities were immediately put back into operation for customers’ convenience.

· Ayu WardhaniTransjakarta’s head of public relations and corporate social responsibility explained when the lifts and escalators returned to service.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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