Track issues result in all-day service delays at Commercial-Broadway SkyTrain station
Commuters using public transit should take note of track issues between Commercial and VCC-Clark Sky SkyTrain stations.
TransLink announced that the Millenium Line shuttle train is in effect today between Commercial Station and VCC-Clark station because of track issues. Customers need to transfer trains at Commercial Station Platform 1 to continue their journey.
#SkyTrain Millennium Line shuttle train in effect all day today between Commercial Station and VCC-Clark Station (track issue). Customers must transfer trains at Commercial Station Platform 1 to continue their journey. ^CK
— TransLink BC (@TransLink) December 13, 2018
TransLink confirmed that the track issues were caused by a small landslide.
Yes, there was a small landslide that had dirt on one side of the track. ^DA
— TransLink BC (@TransLink) December 13, 2018
Students attending Vancouver Community College have also be instructed to take a shuttle or the 9/99 bus to campus.
Please note: Track issues at VCC-Clark. Grab a shuttle or 9/99 bus to campus today 🚎 https://t.co/r6yhQsludt
— VCC (@myVCC) December 13, 2018
According to Environment Canada, up to 90 mm of rain is expected in the Lower Mainland over the next 24-hours. Earlier this week, heavy rains resulted in roads being flooded and long transit delays.