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Heard on: CTA Rail Ops - Chicago Transit Authority · 4 days ago
03:00
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Control, in between 51st and 47th, I smelled burning and some smoke but was unable to determine where it was coming from.
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Maybe the operator behind me can take a look.
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Possible fire concern near E 51st St

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As discussed during the dispatch call, an operator reported the smell of burning and visible smoke near E 51st St in Chicago. A faint orange glow was later observed at street level beneath the track. The incident involved fire authorities monitoring the area for a possible fire or smoldering source. No injuries or confirmed fire were mentioned.

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E 51st St, Chicago, IL 60615
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