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Metro Service Disrupted at Espoonlahti Station After Possible Accident

Metro services at Espoonlahti station in Espoo were suspended on Tuesday evening following a reported accident, causing significant disruptions to public transport.

HSL announced that trains would bypass the station without stopping until approximately 22:30, with potential delays persisting until around 23:00. Iltalehti reports that the Western Uusimaa Rescue Department confirmed the incident, though details remain limited.

According to Ilta-Sanomat, HSL’s emergency communications service indicated that the disruption may have been caused by someone falling under a metro train. No further information about the incident or potential injuries has been released.

Passengers are advised to check HSL’s updates for alternative travel arrangements.

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