Fallen tree in Mountlake Terrace delays light rail service Tuesday night

A tree fell across Sound Transit’s light rail train tracks near the Mountlake Terrace Transit Center on Tuesday night, causing significant delays on the 1 Line between Shoreline North and Lynnwood stations. At 8 p. m. , Sound Transit powered down the light rail system to allow crews to safely remove the fallen tree and perform necessary inspections. Buses replaced train services in the affected area while crews worked to restore normal operations.

Trains continued to run every 10 minutes between Shoreline North and Angle Lake during the disruption. The incident underscores the potential impact of adverse weather conditions on public transportation systems. Sound Transit officials aim to complete the work promptly to minimize inconvenience to passengers. Local authorities stress the importance of maintaining safety and reliability in transit services. The swift action taken by crews demonstrates a commitment to restoring service and ensuring passenger safety.