Tools left on tracks cause hour-long Hong Kong MTR Island line disruption

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Oscar Liu,Natalie WongFebruary 11, 2026 at 01:11 AM

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A partial suspension of Hong Kong's MTR Island line occurred during Wednesday's morning rush hour due to maintenance equipment left on the tracks. The disruption, which began around 6:11 am, affected service between Sheung Wan and Quarry Bay stations, closing all gates at seven stations including those in Causeway Bay and Wan Chai. Preliminary police investigations suggest the incident was linked to engineering items left by maintenance vehicles after track repairs near Wan Chai station. Commuters were advised to use alternative routes, such as the Tseung Kwan O line, while trains ran at reduced frequencies on unaffected sections of the Island line. Service gradually resumed around 7:30 am after the obstruction was removed.

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