Re: [Melb] Major problems on the Husrtbridge Line

["James C" <jamesccj@optusnet.com.au>]

> DELAYS ON HURSTBRIDGE LINE
>
> Repairs have been completed at Heidelberg to signals damaged by
> lightning strikes.
>
> However, delays of up 10 minutes can be expected during tonight's
> evening peak period and nighttime services.
>
> The lightning strike at 1am caused major damage to the signals and
> communications networks at Heidelberg. Then around 4am another lightning
> strike at Diamond Creek caused a total loss of power. The repairs at
> Diamond Creek were completed just after 7am.
>
> We attempted to arrange for replacement buses, but as most buses are
> committed to commuter and school runs, only a handful could be obtained.
>
> Hillside Trains apologises to passengers inconvenienced today. Your
> journey times were extended due to safety requirements, which allowed
> trains to operate but at slower speeds, until the repairs were
> completed.
>
>
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> --
>
> Chris Gordon

Melbourne commuters experienced a bit of Sydney today:-)


Cheers
James