Metra UP-NW trains moving again after pedestrian struck near Irving Park
CHICAGO (CBS) – Metra has resumed service in both directions on the Union Pacific Northwest line, after a train hit a pedestrian Tuesday morning.
Around 9 a.m., both inbound and outbound trains were halted near Irving Park after a pedestrian was struck. The condition of the pedestrian is unknown.
Metra Alert UP-NW - Inbound and outbound train movement halted near Irving Park, train #630 struck a pedestrian. Extensive delays are anticipated.
— Metra UP-NW (@metraUPNW) December 27, 2022
Two tracks have since been cleared for train movement, but some trains will operate out of sequence, according to Metra.
Metra Alert UP-NW - Track #1 and #2 have been cleared for train movement. Inbound and outbound trains may be operating with extensive delays, a pedestrian incident.
— Metra UP-NW (@metraUPNW) December 27, 2022
By about 10 a.m., inbound and outbound trains were moving again, but may see "extensive delays," according to Metra.
Customers can check Metra.com for more updates.