The Green Line of the métro faced significant disruption on Tuesday during the peak afternoon rush hour. The outage occurred between Angrignon and Lionel-Groulx stations, lasting nearly two hours.
Details of the Metro Disruption
At 4:41 p.m., the Société de transport de Montréal (STM) announced the service interruption. The decision was made following an incident at Jolicoeur station involving a person in distress.
Impact on Commuters
The interruption led to considerable chaos for commuters. STM provided a shuttle bus service between Angrignon and Lionel-Groulx stations, yet many passengers faced long waits. Lines at Lionel-Groulx station were particularly lengthy for both the shuttle buses and other transit options heading to Verdun and LaSalle.
Resumption of Service
Service on the Green Line was restored at 6:32 p.m. after nearly two hours of disruption. Despite the swift action to re-establish service, many commuters experienced delays due to the circumstances.
Key Facts
- Event: Metro Disruption
- Line: Green Line
- Stations Affected: Angrignon to Lionel-Groulx
- Duration: Nearly 2 hours
- Time of Incident: 4:41 p.m.
- Time Service Restored: 6:32 p.m.
- Cause: Incident at Jolicoeur station
During disruptions like these, the STM strives to provide alternative transport, but the demand often overwhelms available services. Commuters are advised to plan ahead during rush hours, especially when incidents occur.
