KOBE
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Press release (November 25, 2022)
Today, a transportation disruption occurred on the Kobe New Transit Rokko Island Line due to an in-train emergency stop button being pressed.
We deeply apologize for any inconvenience this may cause to passengers.
Date and Time of Occurrence
Friday, November 25, 2022, 7:33 a.m.
2. Location
Rokko Island Line between Sumiyoshi Station and Uozaki Station (downbound)
3. Course of events
| 7:33 a.m. | Due to a sudden illness, the onboard emergency stop button is pressed and the train stops. |
| 7:42 a.m. | The staff board the train and begin to respond to the situation. |
| 8:27 a.m. | The train resumes operation after the in-train emergency stop is restored. |
4. Cause
The in-train emergency stop button was pressed due to a sudden illness, and it took some time for the button to be restored.
The cause of the delay is currently under investigation.
5. Impact
Maximum delay: approx. 79 minutes
Number of passengers affected: approx. 2,800
Number of trains suspended: 2 (1 up and 1 down)
6. For inquiries, please contact
General Affairs Department, Kobe New Transit Co.
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