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[KevinKorell]

Metra website:

 

 

System Wide   Winter Weather Alert  

The National Weather Service forecast includes a Winter Storm Warning for the Chicago area that may adversely affect portions of the region served by Metra.  Please refer to: National Weather Service Forecast.

 

Please be advised that as always, we will make every reasonable effort to assure your timely and comfortable commute.  Unfortunately, weather conditions beyond our control will likely create unanticipated delays or service disruptions.  Depending on the severity of conditions in specific areas on January 31 - February 2, 2015, your train may experience delays due to temperature-related speed restrictions.  Metra will continue to utilize all possible measures available to combat extraordinary weather conditions.  Please allow extra travel time to assure your safe passage to and from your destination.  We regret any unanticipated weather related delays that you may experience and appreciate your patience.  Thank you for choosing Metra for your travel needs.  Please refer to Service Updates for line-specific information.

(Posted: 01/31/2015 06:11 PM)

 

[KevinKorell]

Update from Metra website:

 

 

System Wide   Winter Weather Alert  

 

The National Weather Service forecast includes a Hazardous Weather Outlook for the Chicago area that will adversely affect portions of the region served by Metra. Please refer to: National Weather Service Forecast

 

In this regard, please be advised that as always, we will make every reasonable effort to assure your timely and comfortable commute. Unfortunately, weather conditions beyond our control will create unanticipated delays or service disruptions. Depending on the severity of conditions in specific areas, your train may experience delays. Metra will continue to utilize all possible measures available to combat extraordinary weather conditions. Please allow extra travel time to assure your safe passage to and from your destination. Given the uncertainty of current weather conditions, passengers may wish to consider taking an earlier train in order to reach their destination in a timely manner. We regret any unanticipated weather related delays that you may experience and appreciate your patience. Thank you for choosing Metra for your travel needs. Please refer to Service Updates for line-specific information.

(Posted: 02/01/2015 08:53 PM)

[KevinKorell]

Chicago, IL Sun-Times, 2/1/15:

 

Weather problems cause delays for Metra Electric trains

 

 

Weather problems halted two Metra Electric District trains and delayed two others Sunday morning in the south suburbs.

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