World · East Asia & Pacific · 4 hrs ago
Two coal trains disrupt rail service in South Sumatra
Two coal trains had an operational problem early Thursday at Talangbaru station in Ogan Komering Ulu, South Sumatra.
The trains, numbered 4045 and 4136, were involved at about 2:36 a.m.
local time.
Accounts say the trains left the track, and some carriages overturned, though KAI described the incident as an operational problem.
The track was temporarily closed, disrupting rail operations in the area, including the Prabumulih–Baturaja route.
KAI staff are inspecting the trains and damaged track to make sure it is safe before rail services resume.
No reopening time has been confirmed, and KAI has not yet detailed the effects on tickets or individual train services.
Passengers are being asked to follow staff instructions and check KAI121's official channels for updates.
Two coal trains experienced an operational disruption at Talangbaru station in South Sumatra at about 02:36 local time on Thursday, October 15.
The affected trains were Tarahan coal trains KA 4045 and KA 4136.
The railway line at the station was temporarily impassable, disrupting services on the Prabumulih–Baturaja route.
Reports said the trains derailed and some carriages overturned, while Indonesia’s railway operator KAI described the incident as an operational disruption.
KAI staff were inspecting the trains and track, and the time needed to restore service was not yet known.
- Who
- Tarahan coal trains KA 4045 and KA 4136 were involved.
- What
- The trains experienced an operational disruption; reports said they derailed, with some carriages overturned.
- When
- About 02:36 local time on Thursday, October 15, 2026.
- Where
- Track I at Talangbaru station in Ogan Komering Ulu, South Sumatra, Indonesia.
- Why
- Not stated.
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Coal trains KA 4045 and KA 4136 experienced an operational disruption at Talangbaru station.
KAI staff began inspecting and handling the affected trains and track, and the line was temporarily closed.
- Trains involved
- KA 4045 and KA 4136
- Incident time
- About 02:36 local time, October 15, 2026
- Location
- Talangbaru station, Ogan Komering Ulu, South Sumatra
- Affected route
- Prabumulih–Baturaja
- Passenger information
- KAI121 WhatsApp: 0811-2223-3121
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What people are saying
Staff in the field are currently carrying out inspections and handling work to ensure the safety and security of train journeys.
Passengers are urged to remain calm and follow the instructions of staff in the field.