Montreal Commuter Rail Disrupted by Bridge Street Fire

Brush Fire Near Maintenance Hub Causes Delays

A blaze on Bridge Street in Montreal on Tuesday morning created significant service disruptions for the Mont-Saint-Hilaire suburban train line and several metro stations, according to Exo.

Service Resumes with Significant Delays

The affected train line has since resumed operations, albeit with a 35-minute delay. Emergency services were actively working to clear the affected area around 9 a.m. to facilitate the return to normal service patterns.

Sparks Ignited Vegetation, Causing Fire

The disturbance stemmed from a brush fire situated close to a train maintenance center, as confirmed by Exo spokesperson **Andréanne Gagnon**. This type of incident is not uncommon, with **Mme. Gagnon** explaining that extreme heat can cause friction between train wheels and rails.

This friction can generate sparks, which then ignite surrounding dry vegetation. This is a recurring issue during periods of high temperatures.

Real-Time Service Updates Available

Commuters can monitor the current status of suburban trains in real time using the Chrono application.