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Freight train catches fire in Stamford; Metro-North now operating on or close to schedule

MTA police said the train operator was likely the only person on board.

News 12 Staff

May 8, 2024, 5:37 AM

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Metro-North Railroad is now operating on or close to schedule this morning after a freight train caught on fire Tuesday in Stamford.

Fire officials say they were called to East Main Street for a reported train fire that happened around 11 p.m. Service was suspended afterward.

MTA police said the train operator was likely the only person on board.

The investigation remains ongoing.

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