West Coast Express service has been suspended on the afternoon of March 19 due to track issues near Port Haney Station, impacting numerous commuters in the region. Prolonged torrential rainfall, with up to 130 mm expected in parts of Metro Vancouver, triggered a mudslide that halted freight train traffic and led to the cancellation of all eastbound return trips on Thursday.
TransLink has advised commuters to take the SkyTrain to Coquitlam Central Station as an alternative. For those still needing to reach their destinations, extra bus services will transport passengers to remaining West Coast Express stations.
The mudslide has created significant disruptions, with West Coast Express trains unable to travel east of Maple Meadows Station due to ongoing track issues. Extra buses will provide westbound service to Maple Meadows Station for customers at Mission City and Port Haney stations.
Service impacts are expected to continue into Friday morning, leaving many commuters uncertain about their travel plans. The federal government’s meteorological agency has issued an orange warning for rainfall in parts of Metro Vancouver, indicating the severity of the weather conditions.
As the situation develops, observers are keenly watching for updates on the restoration of service and any further impacts from the weather. Details remain unconfirmed regarding the timeline for repairs and the resumption of normal operations.
