Commuters in Brisbane faced major disruptions on their Monday morning commute after a trailer struck overhead power lines near the Beams Rd level crossing in Carseldine, forcing the suspension of train services across multiple lines.
The incident occurred just after 5am of November 4, 2024, with footage showing the moment the trailer collided with the power lines, sending sparks flying. The impact caused the overhead lines to be de-energized, leading Queensland Rail to suspend all train services between Petrie and Northgate stations.
The suspension of services on the affected Caboolture, Redcliffe Peninsula and Sunshine Coast lines resulted in delays of over 60 minutes for commuters as rail replacement buses were brought in.
Queensland Rail crews worked to restore power to the lines, with train services resuming between Petrie and Northgate by 4pm. However, the rail operator warned that commuters should still expect delays through the afternoon peak as they worked through the backlog.
In a statement, Queensland Rail’s Head of Corporate Affairs, Nev Conway, said incidents like this are “extremely dangerous and disruptive but are also avoidable.”
He urged drivers to be mindful of the height of their vehicles and loads when planning their journeys.
Published 5-November-2024