14 Dec 2023 | 02:48 PM UTC
China: Rail disruptions ongoing along Changping metro line following train incident in Beijing late Dec. 14
Rail disruptions occur on Changping line after train malfunctions between Xierqi to the Life Science Park rail in Beijing, China, Dec. 14.
Rail disruptions are ongoing along the Changping metro line following a train incident in Beijing late Dec. 14. Emerging reports indicate officials are responding to an incident where two train cars inadvertently separated between the Xierqi and Life Science Park stations, which reportedly caused an unknown number of casualties. Officials have evacuated the impacted passengers. Further details concerning the nature of the incident remained immediately unclear.
Increased security measures and rail service disruptions are likely to continue over the coming hours. Lingering disruptions are possible.
Avoid the impacted area until officials issue the all-clear. Confirm rail status reservations through at least early Dec. 15. Plan accordingly for possible linger disruptions. Heed all official transport and security advisories.
