09 May 2018 | 02:10 PM UTC
New Zealand: Ongoing rail disruptions due to derailment in Auckland May 10
Ongoing rail disruptions in Auckland on May 10 due to derailment on May 9 at Britomart station; additional bus service to augment disrupted rail transportation
Event
Ongoing rail disruptions are being reported in Auckland on Thursday, May 10, due to a train derailment on Wednesday, May 9 at Britomart station. According to Auckland Transport, the Southern, Western, Eastern, and Onehunga lines have been affected. Bus service has been set up on affected routes to replace rail transportation. It is unclear when rail traffic will return to normal. Increased traffic congestion and demand for taxis are likely as commuters seek out other modes of transportation.
Advice
Travelers are advised to confirm the status of their trains and allow for extra time to reach their destinations.