WMATA News Release
2:42 pm, July 17, 2012

Speed restrictions now in effect on aboveground sections of Metrorail system
Trains being slowed in the interest of customer safety

Metro has imposed a 35 mph speed restriction on aboveground portions of track on all lines as of 2:30 p.m. Tuesday. The speed restriction is expected to remain in effect through this evening's rush hour.

Customers should expect longer travel times as trains operate slower than normal in aboveground territory.

WMATA News Release
6:37 pm, July 17, 2012

Metrorail trains resume normal speed following earlier heat-related speed restrictions

As of 6:30 p.m., Metrorail trains on all lines have resumed normal operation in aboveground territory following earlier speed restrictions due to the heat.