BART recovering from major delay after equipment problem near MacArthur station

PIX Now Morning Edition 1-20-24

BART experienced a major delay in the Antioch, Berryessa, Richmond, SFO and Millbrae directions on Saturday evening.

According to BART, the delay was caused by an issue with the switches near the MacArthur station. Due to the equipment problem, trains were turned back at Ashby, Rockridge, 19th Street and Lake Merritt.

Orange Line service between Lake Merritt and Ashby stations was also suspended.

BART is recovering from an earlier problem. Normal service has been restored to MacArthur station.
— BART Alert (@SFBARTalert) January 21, 2024

The issue was resolved around 6:20 p.m., and trains were recovering from the major delay.

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