Metro Train Derails Near College Park Station, Causing Green and Yellow Line Delays
College Park, Maryland, USA: Metro riders on the Green and Yellow lines experienced significant travel disruptions after a train partially derailed near College Park Metro Station on Friday, prompting an emergency response and temporary service delays.
According to the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), the incident involved a 3000-series train carrying 11 passengers when one of its rail cars left the tracks just outside the station.
Emergency personnel responded quickly to the scene and safely evacuated all 11 passengers. Authorities confirmed that no serious injuries were reported, and everyone on board was accounted for.
Preliminary information from Metro officials suggests that the derailment may have been caused by a heat-related track issue. The Washington, D.C., metropolitan region has been experiencing extreme summer temperatures, which can cause steel rails to expand and create operational challenges if conditions become severe.
Following the incident, Metro suspended or slowed service on portions of the Green and Yellow lines while maintenance crews and investigators inspected the tracks and the affected train. Officials urged passengers to expect delays, monitor service updates, and allow additional travel time while repair work continues.
WMATA engineers are conducting a full investigation to determine the exact cause of the derailment. The agency will examine the train, track infrastructure, and weather-related conditions before releasing its final findings.
The incident serves as a reminder of the impact extreme heat can have on transportation infrastructure. Transit agencies across the United States often implement speed restrictions and additional inspections during periods of unusually high temperatures to help reduce safety risks.
Metro officials have not announced when full service will resume but said repair crews are working to restore normal operations as quickly and safely as possible.
Passengers are encouraged to check official Metro service alerts before traveling until the disruption has been fully resolved.
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