Massive Metrorail delays, cancellations due to vandalism

[John Ashworth]

Massive Metrorail delays, cancellations for commuters due to vandalism

Metrorail’s service had to be severely curtailed due to several incidents of vandalism on Monday and on Sunday.

"On Sunday, cable thieves attempted to steal critical infrastructure (5 metres of 4 pairs of cable) at Salt River. Their attempt triggered a high voltage surge that damaged the equipment room, several components housed therein and the uninterrupted power supply," Scott said.

"This morning cables were also vandalised and stolen between Kentemade and Ysterplaat as well as between Hazendal and Langa.

"As a result of this, various signals were unable to function, affecting all lines. Alternative and safe train operations had to be implemented"...

[John Ashworth]

METRORAIL CANCELS 27 TRAINS IN CT OVER VANDALISM

criminals attempted to steal cables in Salt River which triggered a high voltage surge that damaged an equipment room...