Amtrak train derails at Union Station; three Metra lines delayed
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Trains on three Metra commuter lines were delayed Friday afternoon, after an Amtrak locomotive derailed at Union Station.
Amtrak said part of one train engine derailed, leaving the train disabled on the tracks. No injuries were reported, but Amtrak trains were also delayed they worked to get the disabled train moving again.
Metra said in a post on Twitter that the Amtrak derailment left some tracks on the south concourse at Union Station unusable.
Metra's BNSF reported delays of up to 35 minutes. Metra Heritage Corridor trains operated up to 25 minutes behind.
At least one inbound and one outbound Southwest Service train did not operate as a result.
By late Friday night, Metra was back on schedule.
The delays come two days after Amtrak switch problems at Union Station disrupted service on the same three Metra lines.
Commuters may check the Metra website for updates on service.
