Metro News Release

For immediate release: May 21, 2012

Red Line delays affecting evening commute

Metro is advising Red Line customers of delays affecting the evening commute due to a third-rail problem outside Bethesda Station.  

• Red Line trains are single-tracking between Friendship Heights and Medical Center stations.
• Currently delays are estimated at 10-20 minutes for most Red Line trains.
• Some Red Line trains are turning at Van Ness Station for service back to Glenmont.
• Customers should allow additional travel time and expect crowding conditions until the situation is resolved.

Metro personnel are on the scene working to resolve the issue.

News release issued at 4:40 pm, May 21, 2012.