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Posted 24 July 2016 - 10:29 PM

DNAinfo Chicago, 7/24:
 

Lightning Hits Blue Line Stop, Causing Explosions, Fire And Canopy Collapse

 

NEAR WEST SIDE — The CTA Blue Line saw massive delays after lightning struck the platform at the UIC-Medical District station Sunday evening, causing explosions and fire, according to Fire Department officials.

 

Video from the scene shows electrical fires, several explosions and a partially collapsed roof at the station, which sits in the middle of the Eisenhower Expy.

 

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