Cab car 8599 was the lead car on the eastbound train that initially struck the car. If there was damage to that cab, it would be on the fireman's side.
F40PH 104 was the engine on the westbound train that struck the van and caused it to burst into flames. It appeared there was minimal to...
I was on the second train in this violent collision...
Footage courtesy of ABC7 Chicago
Fiery train crash caught on camera
Foorage courtesy of NBC5 Chicago
Trains Strike Van In Hinsdale
Caught On Tape: 2 Trains Strike Car In Hinsdale
Most of Metra's 11 lines operate on trackage that is also shared with freight railroads. Metra's OTP rate has traditionally averaged around 96% since its inception in 1984. The lines that see little freight traffic have higher OTP rates while the ones with increased freight traffic are a...