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Oops! Power Outage Halts Luas Service in Dublin

Power outage causes delays and suspension of Green line Luas service in Dublin, leading to passengers walking along tracks. Read more for the full story!

Luas passengers in Dublin faced major disruption as a power outage halted services on both the Green and Red lines. The outage, reported by Luas operators Transdev at 5.47pm, led to the suspension of services between Broomsbridge and Brides Glen. While the Red line was restored within an hour, commuters on the Green line were left stranded, with passengers even forced to walk along the tracks. Apologies were issued by Luas for the inconvenience caused. Tickets purchased for the disrupted services were made valid on Dublin Bus for the duration of the outage.

Despite the chaos, Luas services on both lines eventually resumed, bringing relief to commuters. The incident highlighted the vulnerability of public transport systems to unexpected events like power outages. The quick response from operators and the cooperation of passengers in such situations are crucial for minimizing disruptions and ensuring passenger safety.

In a rare occurrence, the power outage resulted in passengers walking along the Luas tracks, a sight rarely seen in the city. The event showcased the resilience of Dublin commuters and the teamwork between public transport services to manage unforeseen challenges effectively.