Update: BART service between Fruitvale, Coliseum restored after nearby fire extinguished
OAKLAND – BART service has been restored between the Fruitvale and Coliseum stations in East Oakland after a nearby fire prompted a shutdown Tuesday morning.
Around 10:40 a.m., the transit agency announced that a fire broke out adjacent to the track. As a result, service on the Orange, Green and Blue lines through the area were suspended.
In response, AC Transit launched a bus bridge between the two stations.
Shortly before 11 a.m., officials announced that the fire was extinguished but service remained on hold as crews inspected for possible damage.
Around 11:35 a.m., BART announced that inspections were completed and service between the Fruitvale and Coliseum stations has resumed. Riders are being urged to add extra time for travel.
Additional details about the fire were not immediately available.
