Como, fire at San Giovanni station: slowdowns on the Milan-Chiasso line

From 5 o’clock this morning the railway circulation on the Milan – Chiasso line has slowed down due to a fire in the basement of the Como San Giovanni station that damaged some electrical systems, without causing harm to people. “The RFI technicians – communicates a note from Ferrovie – are working to restore the full functionality of the station, which is open to the public even if at the moment the trains do not stop. However, a replacement bus service has been activated between Carimate and Chiasso “. Trains on the Milan Garibaldi – Chiasso route stop in Cucciago. Some trains to and from Chiasso are diverted to an alternative route and do not stop in Como San Giovanni.The complete reactivation of the station is scheduled for tomorrow, Monday 23 August.