Wire Snag Causes Minor Explosion Sound on Kelana Jaya LRT Line

Rapid KL has confirmed that a minor explosion sound heard on the Kelana Jaya LRT line yesterday was caused by a fine wire that became caught in the power supply system. The incident happened around 7:18 p.m. as train number 57 approached Taman Jaya station, heading towards Putra Heights.

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As a safety measure, the train was immediately removed from service and all passengers were safely disembarked at the next station before continuing their journey on another train.

As a safety precaution, the affected train was immediately taken out of service. All passengers were safely disembarked at the subsequent station and continued their journey on another train. No injuries were reported, and the Kelana Jaya line's services are operating as usual.

Initial technical inspections revealed no damage to the train or its components. Similarly, checks on the tracks between Universiti and Taman Jaya stations indicated that the infrastructure is in good condition and safe for operation. A more detailed examination is scheduled after operating hours for final verification.

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The investigation found that a fine wire, not part of the train or track components, had melted at the scene. The wire is believed to have become snagged on the power supply system, causing the small explosion sound.

Investigators determined that a fine wire, not part of the train or track system, had melted at the scene. This wire is believed to have become entangled with the power supply, leading to the small explosion sound. Rapid KL is taking the incident seriously and will conduct further investigations to implement necessary preventive measures.

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Rapid KL takes all incidents involving safety aspects seriously and will continue to investigate and take appropriate preventive measures to prevent similar incidents from recurring.