Glen Ellyn, Illinois – A Metra train was evacuated at the Glen Ellyn station Tuesday after a reported engine smoke issue halted all rail traffic.
According to the Glen Ellyn Police Department, emergency crews responded to the station following reports of a smoking engine on a Metra train. Authorities said the train was safely evacuated as a precaution.
All train traffic through the station has been temporarily stopped, police said. Officials are also advising residents and commuters to avoid the area due to temporary road closures surrounding the station.
No injuries have been reported as of Tuesday afternoon. It remains unclear what caused the reported smoke or how long service disruptions may continue.
The Glen Ellyn station serves as a key stop along Metra’s Union Pacific West Line, which connects western suburbs to downtown Chicago. The service interruption may affect evening commuters and students traveling through the DuPage County area.
Police have not announced an estimated timeline for reopening the station or restoring rail service. Updates are expected as crews assess the situation and ensure the area is safe.
Drivers are encouraged to seek alternate routes while emergency personnel remain on scene.
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