Indonesia: Train disruptions reported in Wates, Yogyakarta Special Region, as of Oct. 18 after train derailment injured at least 32 people

Event

Train disruptions are ongoing as of Oct. 18 after at least 32 people were injured in the derailment of two passenger trains between Sentolo and Wates stations in Kulo Progo Regency, Yogyakarta Special Region, the afternoon of Oct. 17. Officials are diverting trains to facilitate ongoing evacuations. Delays and cancellations are affecting passenger rail services in Java, including those passing through Surabaya, Malang, Cilacap, Jakarta, and Bandung. Authorities did not clarify when train services would resume normal operations; disruptions will likely continue in the coming days.

Localized road transport disruptions are possible near the accident site until evacuations and clearance operations end.

Wates is approximately 26 km (16.2 miles) southwest of Yogyakarta City.

Advice

Confirm rail schedules in the coming days. Use alternative transport for time-sensitive travel. Plan for travel delays near the accident site.