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Cable Theft Disrupts Palencia-Cantabria Rail Line, Delaying Trains

Copper theft between Monzón de Campos and Arroyo de Villalobón causes 40-minute delays, with repairs underway to restore normal service.

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Overview

  • A cable theft on May 18 between Monzón de Campos and Arroyo de Villalobón has disrupted the Palencia–Cantabria conventional rail line.
  • The incident has caused an average delay of 40 minutes, affecting medium- and long-distance passenger trains as well as freight services.
  • Trains continue to operate on the affected section but are required to reduce speed through the damaged area.
  • Adif technicians are working to repair the damage as quickly as possible to minimize disruptions.
  • Other conventional rail lines connecting Palencia to Asturias, Burgos, and the Basque Country remain unaffected by the theft.