LRT Line 1 running on limited ops due to technical fault

LRT Line 1 running on limited ops due to technical fault

By: - Reporter / @zacariansINQ
/ 07:41 PM July 17, 2025

Light Rail Transit 1 trains — File photo

Light Rail Transit trains — Inquirer file photo

MANILA, Philippines — The Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) is currently running on limited operations due to a technical problem, its operator said Thursday evening.

According to the Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC), LRT-1 trains are currently running from Dr. Santos Station to Central Station and vice versa only.

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“Our engineering team is on-site and working diligently to resolve the issue and restore full line operations as quickly as possible,” the LRMC said in an advisory.

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As of 11 p.m., the LRMC in an advisory announced that the LRT-1 resumed full operations at around 10:09 p.m. after all necessary repairs and comprehensive assessments were completed.

“We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding during this unforeseen incident,” it added.

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This occurred almost exactly a month after LRT-1 was also placed under temporary limited operations due to an electrical fault in June.

Meanwhile, it can be recalled that Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) also experienced a technical issue in June that caused delays in its operations. /das /gsg

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