A Green Line train derailed in Cambridge, Massachusetts on Tuesday evening, injuring seven people and temporarily stranding approximately 50 passengers. The MBTA is investigating the incident, focusing on potential human error as the cause. The derailment disrupted service on the Green Line, leading to the deployment of shuttle buses and alternative routes for commuters.
A 57-year-old man died by suicide after jumping in front of an approaching metro train at Doddakallasandra Station in Bengaluru on Saturday evening. The incident caused significant disruption to Green Line services, with train operations suspended for several hours. Authorities are investigating the incident.
Extensive construction work on the MBTA system is scheduled for May, affecting the Red, Orange, Green, and commuter rail lines. The planned upgrades aim to improve system reliability. During the construction, passengers can expect service suspensions, shuttle bus replacements, and modified schedules. Detailed information about specific closures, alternate routes, and updates is available on the MBTA website.
The MBTA’s Green Line and Red Line faced disruptions on Sunday evening due to separate incidents. The Green Line’s E branch was suspended between Heath Street and Brigham Circle after a car crash blocked tracks at Riverway. Shuttle buses replaced service on the Red Line’s Braintree branch due to a signal problem. A medical emergency at North Quincy station also caused delays on the Red Line. All service was restored by 1:30 a.m.
