BART Service Disrupted After Electrical Fire in San Leandro

BART Delays After Fire Damages Control Equipment in San Leandro A fire on BART tracks in San Leandro, California, caused significant disruptions to train service on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. The incident, which occurred around 5:00 a.m., damaged approximately 500 feet of fiber optic cable and 700 feet of train control cable, according to BART spokesperson Chris Filippi. "It's certainly not as bad as initial fears may have been," Filippi said, "but nonetheless, we know a lot of people were impacted by this. Tuesday is a very busy ridership day for us." The fire, which BART has confirmed started under the elevated tracks, sent embers raining down below, causing damage to surrounding vegetation. No injuries were reported. Repair crews worked throughout the day, and BART estimated that full service would be restored within six to eight hours. Reporter Ginger Conejero Saab provided live updates from the scene, showing footage of the extensive damage and the repair crews working diligently to restore service. The incident highlights the importance of reliable infrastructure for public transportation systems and the challenges of maintaining service during unexpected emergencies.