Friday morning (Dec. 23) TransLink issued a statement saying that extra staff has been working overnight to ensure public transit across Metro Vancouver can keep moving.
However, in the past few hours, ice build-up on SkyTrain’s guideway has caused multiple track issues and significant service disruptions. There is extra staff working to clear the issues but TransLink strongly advises customers to avoid travel at this time.
The Expo Line is currently halted while de-icer trains run through the system and multiple stations are closed, including Braid, Sapperton, Scott Road, Gateway, Surrey Central, and King George.
The Millennium Line is experiencing delays and there is no service currently between Lougheed and Burquitlam stations.
On the Canada Line there is no service between Bridgeport and Richmond–Brighouse stations. And there is also no service from Templeton to YVR–Airport.
Travellers to YVR are able to catch an airport shuttle from Templeton station.
TransLink says that the Coast Mountain Bus Company is re-routing bus resources to try and move people who are affected by SkyTrain disruptions.
With a winter storm warning in effect, people who must take Transit are warned to expect delays and build in extra travel time.
People can track their buses and see SkyTrain service updates on TransLink's Trip Planner and on Twitter. You can also sign up for customized Transit Alerts for your route.
TransLink's snow plan for severe weather is in effect and they promise they are in constant communication with each regional municipality to advise which roads and routes should be prioritized for plowing and clearing.
