Trespassers Cut Power, Disrupt Morning Commute for TTC’s Line 2 Passengers
On Tuesday morning, TTC Line 2 passengers faced significant disruptions due to trespassers on the tracks. At 7:26 a.m., three individuals accessed the track level, leading to an immediate power outage.
TTC Service Disruption Details
The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) had to implement a shuttle bus service between Broadview and Keele stations as a result of the incident. Regular subway operations resumed around 8:00 a.m.
Incident Overview
- Time of Incident: 7:26 a.m. Tuesday
- Trespassers: Initial reports suggested one person, but police confirmed three individuals were involved.
- Response: Toronto police assisted with locating the trespassers but were unable to catch them.
- Power Restoration: Regular service resumed by 8:00 a.m.
Recent Service Issues
This incident follows significant disruptions from a record-setting snowstorm that impacted multiple TTC routes on Monday morning. Subway services were suspended between several stations on both Line 1 and Line 2, and the entire Line 6 was inoperative for several hours.
The incidents highlight ongoing challenges for the TTC in maintaining service reliability amid unforeseen circumstances.
