A D.C. Metro train partially derailed near Arlington National Cemetery, causing delays on the Blue Line on Tuesday.
There were no reported injuries as of 7:30 p.m. local time, and service between Pentagon and Foggy Bottom is suspended as rescuers evacuate the passengers.
A single car derailed 2,000 feet from the Arlington Cemetery stop in Virginia. Metrorail said to expect delays on the Orange and Silver Lines due to congestion.
UPDATED: Blue Line Delay: Train service suspended between Pentagon and Foggy Bottom due a train derailment outside Arlington Cemetery. Shuttle buses available.
— Metrorail Info (@Metrorailinfo) October 12, 2021
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The accident occurred around 5 p.m. with hundreds of people on board. Rescuers will escort the passengers through the tunnel to the station, where shuttle buses can bring them to their desired location.
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