Train traffic on a major Finnish rail line was disrupted Tuesday after an excavator damaged the tracks. The incident left several members of parliament, including Päivi Räsänen, unable to reach a plenary session of the Finnish Parliament. This marks a repeat occurrence of rail disruptions caused by construction equipment near the tracks. The damage forced a complete halt to train services on the affected line, impacting commuters and other travelers. Authorities are investigating the incident and working to restore service, but no timeframe for repairs has been announced. The disruption raises questions about safety protocols surrounding construction work near critical infrastructure. Räsänen stated the disruption prevented her and colleagues from attending parliamentary proceedings.