Feb 14 โ€ข 20:29 UTC ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Italy La Repubblica

In Central Station, endless wait: delays of up to 170 minutes and cancellations due to sabotage

Travelers at Milan's Central Station faced extreme delays and cancellations due to sabotage on high-speed rail lines.

Travelers at Milan's Central Station experienced significant distress with delays of up to 170 minutes and multiple train cancellations. Passengers found themselves stuck in queue in front of platforms, with no trains departing, turning the station into a chaotic scene. The delays stem from new sabotage incidents that occurred along major high-speed rail lines connecting Rome to Naples and Florence.

The disruption not only highlights vulnerabilities in the rail infrastructure but also impacts thousands of tourists and commuters relying on these vital connections. As the first investigations unfold, officials are attempting to confirm the nature and scale of the sabotage acts. The situation has led to calls for increased security measures on the railways, emphasizing the need to safeguard public transportation infrastructure to prevent future incidents.

With the threat of sabotage looming, it raises concerns about traveler safety and the stability of rail transport in one of Italy's busiest regions. This incident could lead to a review of operational protocols, investment in security enhancements, and systemic changes to ensure such attacks do not happen again. Public concern is likely to grow, and the transport authorities will face pressure to provide a swift and effective response to restore confidence in rail services.

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