Subway 2 stopped running on Thursday, after a quarter past eight during the morning rush hour. THE BKK Info according to its website, the problem was caused by vehicle failure. Shortly after 10 a.m., BKK informed that subway 2 had been restored.
The problem was solved by bus replacement on the entire line, which did not affect the Batthyány tér station in either direction, nor the Kossuth tér station towards Örs vezér tere.
According to our information, the train full of passengers stopped for almost forty minutes between the Batthyány tér and Kossuth Lajos tér stops. People could not be let off the vehicle for a long time. We understand that people were calm and there was no panic.
Firefighters arrived from the direction of Kossuth tér around 7:50 a.m. and began evacuating the passengers from the tunnel.
We also shared photos and videos of people escaping.
The disaster management told MTI that there was smoke at the Deák tér stop of the metro line 2, so the firefighters are escorting the passengers out of the station. They added that a fuse had failed, for which the professional firefighters from the capital were dispatched.
We also contacted the Budapest Transport Center regarding what happened.
“There was a power failure on the morning of November 28 on the M2 metro line. According to current information, the problem was caused by a faulty switch cabinet. At the scene, experts from the BKV and the fire department are investigating the circumstances of the incident. Instead of the M2 subway, a replacement bus runs on the entire line. There were no personal injuries,” the BKK reported to the Index.
They added that the unexpected, immediate replacement of the entire subway line requires serious resources, so it is also necessary to reassign buses from other lines. Because of what happened, “the removal of one vehicle from the line may cause minor inconvenience to the passengers.”
Gergely Karácsony: An electrical short is a problem
On his social media page, the mayor gave information about the stoppage of subway 2 on Thursday morning.
According to our current knowledge, the electrical blackout at the Deák tér station is causing problems for subway 2. Colleagues are working to eliminate the error, provide replacement buses and provide appropriate passenger information
Gergely Karácsony explained in his Facebook post.
The mayor thanked the Metropolitan Disaster Management, adding that they are trying to restore safe traffic as soon as possible.
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**How can Budapest improve communication and support systems for commuters during subway disruptions, particularly for those who rely solely on public transportation and may be disproportionately affected?**
## World Today News – Exclusive Interview: Subway 2 Disruption
**Introduction**
Good evening, and welcome to World Today News. This evening, we delve into the significant disruption that affected Budapest’s Subway Line 2 on Thursday morning. To discuss the incident and its wider implications, we have two distinguished guests:
* **Mr. [Guest 1 Name & Title],** a transportation expert with years of experience in urban transit systems
* **Ms. [Guest 2 Name & Title],** a representative of the Budapest Commuter Advocacy Group
**Section 1: The Incident Itself – What Happened?**
**Host:** Thank you both for joining us. Let’s start by addressing the incident itself. As everyone knows, Subway Line 2 experienced a complete stoppage during the busy morning rush hour. Mr. [Guest 1 Name], based on your expertise, what could have potentially caused such a widespread disruption?
**Mr. [Guest 1 Name]:**
**Host:** Ms. [Guest 2 Name], from a commuter’s perspective, how did the incident impact passengers? Were there adequate communication and support systems in place during the disruption?
**Ms. [Guest 2 Name]:**
**Section 2: Causes & Accountability – Digging Deeper**
**Host:** Reports indicate that the initial problem stemmed from a power failure due to a faulty switch cabinet. Mr. [Guest 1 Name], is such a failure a common occurrence in aging infrastructure like Budapest’s subway system? Are there preventative measures that could have potentially averted this incident?
**Mr. [Guest 1 Name]:**
**Host:** Ms. [Guest 2 Name], from a commuter’s perspective, do you feel there’s sufficient transparency and accountability regarding maintenance and safety protocols within Budapest’s public transport system?
**Ms. [Guest 2 Name]:**
**Section 3: Impact & Solutions – Looking Ahead**
**Host:** This incident highlights the critical reliance of the city on its public transportation system. Ms.[Guest 2 Name], what long-term impacts could such disruptions have on commuters’ lives, particularly those who rely solely on public transportation?
**Ms. [Guest 2 Name]:**
**Host:** Mr. [Guest 1 Name], looking forward, what solutions or improvements could be implemented to minimize the risk of such disruptions happening again? Could investments in technology or alternative transportation modes play a role?
**Mr. [Guest 1 Name]:**
**Closing**
**Host:** Thank you both for sharing your valuable insights. This incident serves as a crucial reminder of the importance of safe and reliable public transportation for any city’s well-being.
