Bangkok Post
MRT train services suspended, fire on track
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Some MRT services were suspended after a fire caused by a short-circuit on the railway line between Bangkok's Tao Poon and Bang O stations on Sunday afternoon.
Key facts
- A fire was reported on the overhead electric railway tracks near Tao Poon station in Bangkok's Bang Sue district about 12.20pm on Pracharat Sai 2 Road, in front of the Chewathai condominium building in Bang Sue district.
- Some MRT services were suspended after a fire caused by a short-circuit on the railway line between Bangkok's Tao Poon and Bang O stations on Sunday afternoon.
- Bang O Fire and Rescue units were deployed to the scene about 12.32pm
- Passengers may experience delays of up to 60 mins
Summary
A fire was reported on the overhead electric railway tracks near Tao Poon station in Bangkok's Bang Sue district about 12.20pm on Pracharat Sai 2 Road, in front of the Chewathai condominium building in Bang Sue district.
Bang O Fire and Rescue units were deployed to the scene about 12.32pm. They found an electrical short circuit involving cables on the railway track. Flames were still visible as they worked to bring the situation under control.