Subway Service Disrupted on Line Two Due to Fire

TLDRSubway service on the western portion of line two is shut down due to a fire, and shuttle buses are transporting commuters between Kipling and Jane stations. The closure could last for days.

Key insights

🔥Subway service on line two in Toronto is disrupted due to a fire at track level.

🚌Shuttle buses are being used to transport commuters between Kipling and Jane stations.

The closure of the subway service could last for several days.

🚧The fire damaged safety critical cabling for the signaling system.

🚆Transit users are advised to plan ahead and consider alternative options.

Q&A

Why is subway service shut down?

Subway service is shut down due to a fire at track level which damaged safety critical cabling for the signaling system.

How long will the closure last?

The closure could last for several days, with service possibly resuming early next week.

Are shuttle buses available for transportation?

Yes, shuttle buses are being used to transport commuters between Kipling and Jane stations.

What alternative options are available for transit users?

Transit users are encouraged to plan ahead and consider taking the GO train or the UP Express, especially if they are going to the airport.

Is there any information about the cause of the fire?

The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Subway service on the western portion of line two remains shut down due to a fire at track level.

00:12Shuttle buses are being used to transport commuters between Kipling and Jane stations.

00:21The closure of the subway service could last for several days.

01:00The fire damaged safety critical cabling for the signaling system.

01:51Transit users are advised to plan ahead and consider alternative options.