Dallas DART Train Fire Disrupts Service; 15 Injured

DART Train Fire and Service Disruptions

• ⚠️ A fire on a DART train in Dallas caused significant disruptions, with service remaining impacted on Thursday morning.
• 📍 The fire occurred on a train near Rosson and 75, where crews worked for over 12 hours to restore power and clear the scene.
• 💨 Smoke was still visible and smellable more than 12 hours after the incident.

Passenger Impact and Injuries

• 👥 Approximately 30 passengers were on board when the fire broke out, and an additional 10 people nearby had to be evacuated.
• 🏥 A total of 15 people sustained injuries, with six transported to the hospital.
• ✨ Fortunately, none of the injuries were life-threatening, primarily consisting of minor burns and stress-related issues.

Morning Commute Service Adjustments

• 🚆 Service through downtown Dallas is running but limited, affecting the Red, Blue, Orange, and Green lines.
• 🔄 The Red line operates between Westmoreland and Pearl Station, with trains reversing at Pearl.
• ↔️ The Blue line is split into two segments: Dallas to Union, and Rowlett to Mockingbird.
• 🗺️ Shuttle buses are in operation to connect passengers between various stations and the central business district, including Mockingbird, City Place, Deep Ellum, and Pearl.
• ❓ The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.