Sungai Tuntang Meluap, Jalur Rel Kereta Api di Grobogan Kembali Putus

Summary

A railway track in Papanrejo Gubuk village, Grobogan, Central Java, was damaged after the Tuntang River overflowed, sweeping away freshly compacted stones supporting the track. The incident caused disruptions in long-distance train services, with alternative routes set up. PTKI is working on temporary repairs while coordinating with related authorities to ensure safety. Due to the long holiday, train schedules were rerouted to accommodate passengers, with increased traffic and delays, especially for trains traveling to and from Surabaya, Semarang, and Jakarta during the peak of the Chinese New Year holiday.

Takeaways

• 😀 The railroad track in Papanrejo Gubuk village, Grobogan, Central Java was recently repaired but has been damaged again due to the overflowing Tuntang River.
• 😀 The flooding has swept away thousands of cubic meters of stones that were recently used to support the tracks.
• 😀 The PTKI (Indonesian Railway Company) is working in coordination with related authorities to ensure the safety of the area and prevent further damage from the Tuntang River floods.
• 😀 The train routes from Ngerombo Station, Karang, and surrounding areas have been disrupted due to the track damage caused by the floods.
• 😀 PTKI is prioritizing safety and is working on repairs, although full repair work has not yet been carried out.
• 😀 Long-distance trains will be delayed due to rerouted trains, resulting in possible delays and a backlog of trains.
• 😀 Passengers who have tickets for the affected routes can cancel their bookings and receive a full refund via the app or station ticket counters.
• 😀 Journalists Edwin Chan and Julian Fernando are reporting from Senen Station in Jakarta, while Rifai Handoko is reporting from Grobogan, Central Java.
• 😀 The repairs underway are minor, mainly addressing the issue of stones washed away by the floods. The main rail is still hanging and unstable.
• 😀 PTKI is coordinating with related parties to repair the embankment of the Tuntang River, but full repairs are delayed due to the long holiday period, which also impacts train operations.

Q & A

What caused the disruption on the railway track in Grobogan, Central Java?

The disruption was caused by flooding from the Tuntang River, which led to the washing away of recently compacted stones used to support the railway track.

Which railway station was affected by the flooding?

The railway track near the Ngerombo Station in Grobogan, Central Java, was affected by the flooding.

How did the flooding impact train services?

The flooding caused the railway track to break, which interrupted the normal operation of trains, including long-distance services.

What measures are being taken to repair the damaged railway track?

PTKI (the Indonesian railway company) is coordinating with related authorities to prioritize safety and repair the broken track, though the repairs are still in the early stages.

Why has the full repair of the track not yet been completed?

The full repair has not yet been completed because PTKI is still coordinating with the related authorities, and the repair work is hindered by a public holiday period.

How is PTKI handling the disruption in train services due to the broken track?

PTKI is managing the situation by diverting the affected train routes through alternative stations, such as Gundi and Gambringan stations, to avoid the damaged track.

What specific alternative routes are being used to manage the disruption?

Trains that would normally pass through the Grobogan area are now diverted through Gundi and Gambringan stations, then continue on to Surabaya.

How is PTKI addressing the potential overcrowding of train services during this disruption?

To manage the expected overcrowding during the Chinese New Year holidays, PTKI has deployed additional trains, including 11 main trains and one extra train, to accommodate passengers.

What is the impact of this railway disruption on long-distance trains from Jakarta to Surabaya?

The disruption has caused delays for long-distance trains traveling from Jakarta to Surabaya, as they are rerouted through alternative paths, leading to potential overcrowding and delays.

How are passengers being informed about changes to their travel plans?

Passengers can check for updates via the PTKI app or visit ticket counters at train stations for refunds or to adjust their travel plans.