Blue Line Service Disrupted in Boston: What Happened?
Boston's MBTA Blue Line faced significant disruptions on Tuesday following a tragic incident at Aquarium Station and subsequent signal problems. Commuters experienced delays and service suspensions throughout the day.
Fatal Incident at Aquarium Station
According to MBTA Transit Police, an adult male intentionally entered the train tracks at Aquarium Station around 10:30 AM as a Blue Line train approached. The individual sustained fatal injuries. The incident is currently under investigation, but authorities do not suspect foul play.
Following the incident, Blue Line service was halted for several hours between Government Center and Airport stations. Shuttle buses were deployed to replace train service during the disruption. Boston Fire trucks, Boston EMS ambulances, and police vehicles were observed at the scene.
Signal Problems Add to Commuter Woes
Later in the day, signal problems near Long Wharf caused further disruptions to Blue Line service. Trains were held, and shuttle buses were again brought in to replace service between Government Center and Airport stations. The MBTA shared updates on X (formerly Twitter), advising riders to use the SL3 Bus between Airport & South Station or the East Boston Ferry as alternate options.
Firefighters were seen at Maverick Station, where riders were waiting for bus service. Authorities have stated that there is no indication that the signal problems were related to the earlier fatal incident.
Service resumed just before 2 p.m. after the earlier fatal incident. The MBTA is continuing to investigate the two issues that happened yesterday.
- Fatal incident at Aquarium Station.
- Signal Problems near Long Wharf.
- Shuttle buses replacing train service.