In response to the problem of a series of stuck trains due to heavy snowfall last month, JR West has compiled a report that includes the results of a series of verifications and measures to prevent recurrence.
Among them, JR has decided to flexibly operate the snow-melting device at the point when the temperature is low and snow is expected.
On the night of the 24th of last month, 15 trains were stuck due to the heavy snow on the JR Kyoto Line, etc., and about 7,000 passengers were temporarily trapped inside the train.
In response to this, JR West has compiled a report that includes the results of a series of verifications and measures to prevent recurrence.
Based on forecasts from meteorological companies, it was determined that large-scale transport disruptions would not occur, and that not setting up a countermeasures headquarters had exacerbated the situation. If there is a call for attention, we will set up a task force.
On top of that, the forecasted amount of snowfall, which is a guideline for operating the snow-melting equipment, was previously set at "10 centimeters in 6 hours", but due to the cold weather, the snow solidified at the point and it took time to work. , the equipment will be operated when the temperature is below 0 degrees Celsius and snowfall is expected.
Using this standard as a guide only, the station master will flexibly decide whether or not to operate based on the local situation.
In addition, at Kyoto Station and Mukomachi Station, where the points have not moved this time, the policy is to switch from the "manual type" that is installed before the train operation to the "electric type" that can be operated remotely.
On the other hand, in light of the fact that passengers were trapped inside the train for a long time, it was decided that when the train was stopped between stations, restoration work and passenger rescue preparations would be carried out in parallel, and that passengers would be disembarked within one hour. We are making every effort to ensure that