(Nov 21): Singapore’s beleaguered rail system can’t catch a break. Days after a software glitch caused a train collision that injured more than 30 people, lightning struck a train on the same line. Literally.

A mass rapid transit train on the East-West Line was struck by lightning on Monday afternoon, causing delays in journey times, The Straits Times reported. There may have been at least one injury, the newspaper said.

“In response to media queries, we are currently investigating this incident as a possible lightning strike,” said Patrick Nathan, vice president of corporate communications, SMRT Corporation. He said the captain of the train reported feeling unwell, and was receiving medical attention.

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