São Paulo Metro Acts After Fatal Platform Gap Accident

São Paulo Metro Improves Safety After Passenger Death A recent tragedy on São Paulo's Line 5-Lila metro line has prompted ViaMobilidade to implement new safety measures. 35-year-old Lourivaldo Ferreira Silva Nepomuceno died after being caught in the gap between a train and platform doors at Campo Limpo station. In response, ViaMobilidade is installing 'Gap Fillers,' safety barriers designed to close the dangerous space. These barriers are currently being installed at Capão Redondo, Campo Limpo, and Santo Amaro stations, with plans to complete the project across all 17 stations within 90 days. "The structures will be installed in all 17 stations of the line, and the completion forecast is up to 90 days," stated a ViaMobilidade spokesperson. The video footage clearly shows the new barriers in place, offering visual confirmation of the safety improvements. This proactive response demonstrates a commitment to passenger safety and should significantly reduce the risk of similar incidents in the future. The swift implementation of these measures offers hope for improved safety standards on the metro system.