The Camaragibe branch of the Recife Metro has ceased operations due to a technical issue affecting the aerial network, closing five stations and impacting between 35,000 to 40,000 passengers.
The Camaragibe branch of the Recife Metro halted operations shortly before midnight on Ash Wednesday due to a technical problem, specifically a failure in the aerial network. This incident, reported by the Companhia Brasileira de Trens Urbanos (CBTU), occurred around 10:50 PM, causing the closure of five stations: Camaragibe, Cosme e Damião, Rodoviária, Curado, and Alto do Céu. The CBTU indicated that this disruption affects approximately 35,000 to 40,000 commuters who rely on this branch for their daily travel needs.
Maintenance technicians have been deployed to address the issue, although as of Thursday morning, operations had not yet resumed and no timeline was given for when services might be restored. While the Camaragibe branch remains inactive, the Jaboatão branch continues to operate normally, allowing trains to travel between the Recife station and Jaboatão station without interruption. Additionally, the South Line of the metro system has not been impacted by this technical failure, ensuring that part of the public transport network remains functional.
The incident highlights ongoing challenges within the public transport infrastructure in Brazil, particularly in Recife, where issues like this can have significant repercussions for the daily lives of thousands of residents. Ensuring the reliability and maintenance of urban transport systems is crucial, especially as cities struggle with rising demand for efficient public transport options.
