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Fire Near San Leandro BART Station Halts Service on Key Transit Line

A reported fire and possible explosion early Tuesday morning forced the closure of the San Leandro station, disrupting service between Berryessa and Lake Merritt.

A fire near the San Leandro BART station forced the transit agency to shut down service between several East Bay stops. 
A BART train waits for passengers in San Francisco, Calif., on Feb. 15, 2022. Service was halted on the Berryessa line due to a station closure on May 20, 2025.
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Overview

  • The fire was reported around 5 a.m. near the San Leandro BART station, leading to its closure at 5:09 a.m.
  • Service on the line between Berryessa in San Jose and Lake Merritt in Oakland has been suspended as a result.
  • California Highway Patrol logs noted a possible explosion with visible fire on the tracks, prompting emergency responses.
  • The Alameda County Fire Department was dispatched to address the incident, with no further details currently available.
  • BART officials have advised passengers to seek alternative transportation options while service remains disrupted.