Santiago’s Metro Line 6 experienced significant frequency disruptions on Tuesday, impacting commuters throughout teh morning and midday. Passengers reported extended wait times and overcrowding as the system struggled to maintain its normal schedule.
The service issues, which began around 7:00 AM local time on September 2, 2025, stemmed from unspecified technical difficulties affecting train circulation. Metro officials stated that technicians were dispatched to identify and resolve the problem, working to restore regular service as quickly as possible. Line 6,which runs from Cerrillos to Las Baquedano,serves a densely populated corridor of the capital,making the delays particularly disruptive for residents and workers. While the exact number of passengers affected is currently unknown, Line 6 typically carries hundreds of thousands of riders daily. Metro has not yet announced a definitive timeline for full service restoration, advising passengers to monitor official channels for updates.
