Amtrak train hits vehicle in Edgebrook; Metra Milwaukee District North line delayed, officials say

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Friday, August 23, 2024
Amtrak train hits vehicle on NW Side; Metra trains delayed: officials
An Amtrak train hit a vehicle Friday in Edgebrook in Chicago. The Metra Milwaukee District North line is delayed, officials said.

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Metra Milwaukee District North line trains are delayed Friday afternoon after an Amtrak train hit a vehicle on the city's Northwest Side.

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Traffic was stopped near North Caldwell Avenue and North Lehigh Avenue after Amtrak Train 338 clipped the bumper of a car around 4:12 p.m. in the Edgebrook neighborhood, Chicago fire officials said.

No one was hurt in the crash, authorities said.

Metra trains were stopped both directions while an investigation took place. Trains began to move again, but extensive delays were expected.

An Amtrak spokesperson said the train involved in the minor crash has continued its route to Chicago after a delay of over an hour.

No further information about the crash was immediately available.

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