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Brief Power Cut Lets Mexico City Metro Rescue Turtle at Line 2's Normal Station

A three-minute shutdown enabled staff to remove the animal safely as trains returned to normal operations without significant delays.

Overview

  • Metro personnel spotted a small turtle moving among sleepers and ballast near electrified areas at Normal station on Wednesday.
  • The station's chief inspector descended to the track after a coordinated three-minute power cut with Protección Civil.
  • The animal was secured and handed to Protección Civil before being transferred to the SSC's Brigada de Vigilancia Animal for custody.
  • Service on Line 2 was restored immediately after the maneuver with no major effects reported for riders.
  • The Sistema de Transporte Colectivo reiterated its commitment to protecting both passengers and animals that enter its facilities.