
Originally Posted by
Auzzy
Yes that's the temporary bridge I mentioned. The issue is, at the current pace and since it's not seen as a priority, it's going to take MANY years to get even that temporary bridge. Metrolinx says "hey it's our tunnel, it's primarily for passengers, and there's enough capacity for the passengers." Perhaps the current GO train stupidity can be used as leverage to create pressure and expedite that project. Also pressure and $ are probably going to have to come from the Exhibition Place board, MLSE, and/or the City.
I agree with Oldtimer and SirBobSaget about the level of danger. This is what I see as a factor: the highest-capacity point is the south entrance and the south-side staircase, with tons of fans streaming in there after a game. The exit staircases on the north side have a lower capacity. (If the straight-up staircase in the north would FINALLY be opened, it would probably even out the situation.) Currently it's a funnel, with people rushing down the south-side stairs able to create a crush in the tunnel and at the north-side stairs.
What if somebody lights fireworks or smoke bombs in the tunnel when it's at capacity?