The Via passenger rail service faced significant overnight disruptions across eastern Ontario after one of its trains suffered a mechanical failure near Brockville.

Passengers aboard Train 669 were reportedly stuck for over 13 hours after a “mechanical failure” occurred on the tracks. The issue also prompted delays to trains 48 and 54, according to a statement from Via Rail.

Rail officials said the incident caused extensive service impacts, with passengers experiencing hours-long delays in challenging weather conditions.

According to the operator, multiple attempts to repair the disabled train on site were unsuccessful.

Crews then carried out a full passenger transfer between trains, a process that was completed safely and without any reported injuries.

“All affected customers will re

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