Rush hour commuters on Metro Line 1 saw their precious commute times float away this morning after a bunch of balloons got entangled in the subway's electrical wires.
According to Shanghai Daily, trains riding along the section of the track from Fujin Lu to Hulan Lu (covering five stations) were forced to reduce their speeds at around 6.30am because of the errant balloons, which were spotted near Gongfu Xincun and Baoan Highway. Interval times suffered as a result.
Around an hour later, at approximately 7.30am, the affected area expanded from Fujin Lu to Tonghe Xincun — six stations in total. Nearby stations also suffered from congestion as a result.
Operators say the balloons were finally removed and detained by authorities at around 8am, during which interval times went back to normal. No word yet on whether the inflated, helium-filled objects will be charged for disrupting public order.
Operators also politely reminded passengers not to use balloons near the Metro's electricity grid, especially those with metallic foil coating, which can cause power shortages.
[Images via Shanghai Daily, WeChat]
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