A fire broke out on a metro train in Brussels, causing significant disruption to the city’s metro services. The incident occurred on 2025-05-10 16:25:00 and led to the closure of several key metro stations, affecting daily commuters across the capital.
- Brand veroorzaakt beperkte schade in metro
- Metrostations Ribaucourt, Simonis, IJzer gesloten
- Lijnen 2 en 6 tijdelijk onderbroken
- Bestuurder mogelijk rookvergiftiging, ziekenhuisopname
- Metrostel wordt weggesleept na brand
- Herstel metroverkeer kan enige tijd duren
Metro stations Ribaucourt, Simonis (Elisabeth), and IJzer remain closed, and metro lines 2 and 6 are temporarily suspended between Simonis (Elisabeth) and Kunst-Wet. This unexpected event has left many asking: how long will the metro disruption last, and what are the immediate impacts on travel in Brussels?
With the metro driver possibly suffering from smoke inhalation and taken to hospital as a precaution, the affected train is being towed away. The full restoration of metro services may take some time, raising concerns about alternative transport options for residents and visitors.
What does this mean for Brussels commuters? The incident highlights vulnerabilities in the metro system and prompts questions about emergency response and service resilience. Key points to consider include:
- Limited physical damage but major service disruption
- Closure of important metro stations impacting connectivity
- Potential health risks to metro staff and passengers
- Uncertain timeline for resuming normal metro operations
As authorities work to resolve the situation, commuters are encouraged to stay informed about service updates and consider alternative routes. How will the city improve its metro safety and response to prevent future incidents? Time will tell, but vigilance and preparedness remain key.
