Live updates BART says service restored following systemwide outage

BART service resumed after a nearly four-hour outage on Friday morning, affecting approximately 40,000 commuters throughout the Bay Area. With no trains operating, many riders resorted to cars, buses, and ferries, leading to heavy traffic congestion at the Bay Bridge toll plaza. Hundreds of passengers waited in line at the Jack London Square ferry station, some multitasking with laptops while waiting for their rides. BART officials attributed the outage to communication failures among network devices, dismissing concerns about the outdated train control system. Commuters voiced their frustration over the disruption, highlighting its impact on their morning routines.

Local businesses, such as Whack Donuts, also felt the effects, reporting slower customer traffic. BART committed to implementing upgrades to avoid similar outages in the future. The agency assured that service would not be affected over the weekend.