Electrical Incident Disrupts AVE Services at Madrid Chamartín Station
A significant incident in the railway sector unfolded at Madrid's Chamartín station on Wednesday, leading to the interruption of AVE high-speed train services. An electrical malfunction affecting the power supply was reported, forcing the suspension of all AVE operations originating from or headed to the station shortly after 2 PM. Images shared by RTVE showcased the consequent chaos, with large crowds of passengers stranded and unable to pass through access control.
The Spanish railway infrastructure manager, ADIF, confirmed via a statement on X the occurrence of a power outage at the station. Although ADIF personnel are actively working to rectify the situation, there has yet to be an official timeline for when services will resume. Earlier in the day, ADIF had also reported incidents related to signaling systems at the same station, causing further delays for trains between Madrid and Levante.
The frequency of such incidents has drawn outrage on social media platforms. Users expressed their frustrations, with one declaring, "What a disaster!" and another questioning the reliability of the updates provided by ADIF regarding the nature of the reported problems. Concerns over changing narratives regarding the cause of disruptions—whether due to lack of electricity, train breakdowns, or obstructed tracks—have further fueled the ire of commuters. A comment pointed out, "Every 3 minutes, you change the alert on the ADIF app!"
As the situation develops, the residents and travelers in Madrid are left seeking clarity and a speedier resolution to ensure the reliability of their transport services.
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