Traffic & Transit

Metra Southwest Service Resumes With Delays After Railyard Fire

The Chicago Fire Department confirmed this was a level 2 hazmat situation.

(CBS Chicago)

December 8, 2023

CHICAGO (CBS)-- A large railyard fire temporarily stopped Metra's Southwest service line Friday morning.

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All train activity has resumed after being halted at Columbus and Western Avenues. The area is being evacuated.

The Chicago Fire Department confirmed this was a level 2 hazmat situation.

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