Jakarta Rail Network Hit by Severe Flooding

Extensive Disruptions Across Rail Services

Heavy rainfall on January 18, 2026, caused widespread flooding in Jakarta, significantly impacting the city's rail network. PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) was forced to cancel 38 train trips ²

as a precautionary measure to ensure passenger safety. The flooding affected multiple railway lines, particularly in areas under the operational management of Daop 1 Jakarta and Daop 4 Semarang.

Operational Adjustments and Safety Measures

In response to the flooding, KAI implemented various operational adjustments to maintain service continuity while ensuring safety. These measures included route diversions, speed restrictions, and partial service terminations ²

. For instance, KAI Commuter services on the Cikarang Line were limited to Stasiun Angke, with trains looping back to Bekasi/Cikarang via alternative routes ¹

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Impact on Commuter Services

The flooding had a significant impact on commuter services, with KAI Commuter implementing modified operational patterns. According to Leza Arlan, Manager Public Relations KAI Commuter, "Perjalanan Commuter Line Cikarang diatur dengan pola operasi hanya memutar sebagian sampai Stasiun Angke untuk kembali ke Bekasi/Cikarang via Manggarai, dan sampai Stasiun Kemayoran untuk kembali ke Bekasi/Cikarang via Pasar Senen," ¹

. This adjustment was made to maintain service while ensuring passenger safety.

KAI's Response and Coordination

KAI responded promptly to the situation by mobilizing its infrastructure and maintenance teams to address the flooding's impact. The company worked closely with local authorities and relevant agencies to monitor the situation and implement necessary measures. Anne Purba, Vice President Corporate Communication KAI, stated that the company was committed to providing timely updates as the situation developed ²

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