2 dead, 1 hospitalized after Amtrak train hits car in western suburb; major Metra delays expected

Metra 2 dead, 1 hospitalized after Amtrak train hits car in western suburb; major Metra delays expected Metra said it was notified of the crash at about 8:20 a.m. All BNSF inbound and outbound trains were stopped as a result. Published 12 minutes ago • Updated 2 minutes ago Two people were killed Wednesday morning after an Amtrak train struck a vehicle in the western suburbs, with Metra BNSF service halted and "extensive delays" expected. About 8 a.m., an Amtrak train struck a vehicle on the tracks at Wolf Road in Western Springs, village officials said. Two people were killed and a third person was transported to a nearby hospital. Stream NBC 5 for free, 24/7, wherever you are. WATCH HERE The scene drew a large emergency response, with crossings at Grand Avenue and Wolf Road closed. "All pedestrians should avoid the area until further notice," the village said. Metra said it was notified of the crash at about 8:20 a.m. All BNSF inbound and outbound trains were stopped as a result. The stoppage was affecting commuters heading into the city, with "extensive delays" expected. An additional inbound BNSF train from LaGrange was added to accommodate passengers and was making all stops to Chicago, Metra said. This is a developing news story that will be updated as more information becomes available. This article tagged under: Metra