Metro train derails near Arlington National Cemetery
A Metro train has derailed Tuesday afternoon near Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia, according to officials.
The Blue Line train’s single-car derailment prompted suspensions of service between the Pentagon and Foggy Bottom, according to a tweet.
No injuries have been reported, according to reporter Adam Tuss, and an evacuation is in progress.
Light smoke was reported aboard the train, according to video shared on Twitter. About 400 passengers were estimated to be on the train, according to local news outlet ARLnow.
Passengers exited the train and walked along the tracks to the Arlington National Cemetery station after the partial derailment, according to reports.
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