Track Fire Disrupts Metro Subway Service
BALTIMORE (WJZ) -- A track fire caused delays Friday morning on the Metro Subway, Maryland Transit Administration officials said.
Crews responded to the fire at the Lexington Market station, according to a tweet from the city firefighters' union.
????FIRE IN THE SUBWAY????
— Baltimore Firefighters IAFF Local 734 (@BCFDL734) August 4, 2021
Lexington Market @mtamaryland Subway
301 N Eutaw St 21201#DowntownBaltimore @DowntownBalt@CouncilmanETC#BMORESBravest arrived with a fire on the tracks. Fire extinguished, removing smoke. May be some delays in rail travel. pic.twitter.com/tB9B4g69iS
There was no immediate word on injuries.
Travelers can expect delays in both directions.
Metro SubwayLink Service Advisory --
— MTA Maryland (@mtamaryland) August 4, 2021
Metro SubwayLink is experiencing delays in east and westbound service at this time. We are working diligently to restore normal service and appreciate your patience as we work to do so. We ap... https://t.co/vfDNlXGeu7