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R14 Train Breaks Down Near Alcover, About 100 Evacuated and Bused to Tarragona

Protecció Civil put the Ferrocat rail emergency plan on prealert pending removal of the disabled train.

Overview

  • The LleidaBarcelona service stopped between La Plana-Picamoixons and Alcover after a breakdown with the cause not yet specified.
  • Renfe evacuated roughly 100 passengers from the stalled unit and arranged buses to Tarragona so they can continue toward Barcelona.
  • The damaged train remains in place awaiting a second unit to tow it to the nearest station.
  • Rodalies R14 service is suspended between La Plana and Reus and will resume normal frequency once the train is cleared.
  • The operator does not plan to offer broader road alternatives for other travelers affected by the closure.