KOBE
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Press Release (July 1, 2023)
Transportation Policy Division, Urban Bureau
On Saturday, July 1, 2023, service was suspended and delayed on the Kobe New Transit Rokko Island Line due to a train breakdown. We deeply apologize for the inconvenience caused to passengers.
Date and Time of Occurrence
Saturday, July 1, 2023
Location
Rokko Island Line from South Uozaki Track 2 to Uozaki Track 2 (up)
Elapsed time
| 16:10 min. | An up train bound for Sumiyoshi was running between Minami-Uosaki Track 2 and Uosaki Track 2. emergency brake was activated, causing a stop between stations. |
| 16:12 | Station and train attendants are dispatched to the train in question. |
| 5:00 p.m. | The emergency brake was released and the train resumed operation. |
| 5:01 p.m. | The train arrives at Uozaki Station, and commercial operation is suspended at that station. |
No passengers (approx. 75) on the train reported any health problems.
Cause
Under investigation.
Impact
| Maximum delay | Approx. 53 minutes |
| Number of people affected | Approx. 1,400 passengers |
| Number of services suspended | 2 trains (1 up, 1 down) |
For inquiries, please contact
General Affairs Section, General Affairs Department, Kobe New Transit Co.
TEL: (078)302-2500
FAX: (078)302-4504
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