Train issue causes delays near Smithsonian, Washington DC
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TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, transit personnel reported a train mechanical problem near Smithsonian station that caused delays on the Orange, Blue, and Silver lines toward Virginia. It appears that a brake issue affected one train, leading to service disruptions.
Audio|Heard on: WMATA MetroRail
Listen to dispatch call
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Transcript:
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This is at this time on the orange, blue, and silver line.
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We're experiencing delays.
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Customers are experiencing delay in the direction of Vienna and...
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Franconia–Springfield and Ashburn because of a train with a brake problem at Smithsonian.
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Once again, orange, blue, and silver line delays in the direction of Virginia due to a train with a problem at the Smithsonian.
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This transcript is automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. Dispatch communications may include background noise, overlapping speakers, or rapidly evolving situations, and automated transcription may not capture all details or context.
Location mentioned:
Smithsonian, Washington, DC 20024
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