The “People’s Train” delivered more than just commuters on Wednesday, as a baby was born inside one of the carriages.
Also known as the “Blue Train”, the locomotive had been travelling along the popular southern line when instead of just the click-clack of the wheels on the rails, commuters were met with the sound of a newborn’s cries.
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The woman was reportedly seated on the 0102 train which departed from Retreat Station at 05:28 and arrived at 05:49.
PRASA Metrorail Western Cape broke the news this afternoon by congratulating the brave mother who delivered her bundle of joy safely at the Claremont Station.
Train crew members went beyond the call of duty by assisting the mother and her infant and ensured that she was taken to the nearest healthcare facility. It’s understood that cleaning staff at the Herschel Girls School also helped to support the pair.
Regional Manager Raymond Maseko said: “We are overjoyed to hear that both mother and the baby are doing well and in good health.”
Because of passenger confidentiality, the rail service said it is not at liberty to disclose the identities of the mother and child.
