SF Line 71 Buses Back on Track After Detour
Line 71 buses return to regular routes after police activity caused detours on Macdonald Avenue
Line 71 Buses Resume Normal Service After Richmond Detour
Line 71 buses in Richmond are back on their regular routes after police activity forced temporary detours along Macdonald Avenue on Sunday. Transit officials confirmed normal service has resumed following the disruption that affected multiple stops in both directions. The incident impacted riders traveling between El Cerrito Plaza BART and Richmond Parkway Transit Center during the detour period.
Police Activity Forces Route Changes
The service disruption occurred February 2 when police activity in Richmond required buses to bypass several stops along Macdonald Avenue, according to the transit agency. Buses heading to El Cerrito Plaza BART couldn't serve stops from Macdonald Avenue & 20th Street to Carlson Boulevard & Cutting Boulevard. Buses traveling toward Richmond Parkway Transit Center had to skip stops on Macdonald Avenue between 23rd Street and 21st Street. Officials didn't specify the nature of the police activity that prompted the detours.
Multiple Stops Affected During Detour
The detour impacted a busy corridor along Macdonald Avenue, forcing riders to find alternative stops or wait for service restoration. Transit officials said buses in both directions had to reroute around the affected area, though the exact duration of the disruption wasn't specified. The agency announced service restoration through social media channels. Officials didn't provide details about how many riders were affected or whether alternative transportation was offered during the detour period.
Service Returns to Normal Operations
Transit officials confirmed buses resumed normal operations and are now serving all regular stops along the Line 71 route. The agency didn't provide a specific timeline for when service was fully restored or whether residual delays continued after the detour ended. Officials said the situation has been resolved and riders can expect regular service patterns.
Riders Can Track Real-Time Updates
Passengers using Line 71 should expect normal service along Macdonald Avenue with all regular stops now accessible. Transit officials said they'll continue monitoring the route for any additional disruptions. Riders can check Moovit for real-time bus locations and service alerts to stay informed about any future changes affecting Line 71 or other routes in the Richmond area.
