Freight train derailment impacts Metra BNSF trains

Metra BNSF trains stopped due to freight train derailment

A freight train derailment has halted service and prompted extensive delays on the Metra BNSF line in Chicago's west suburbs.

AURORA, Ill. - A freight train derailment halted service for several hours on the Metra BNSF line in Chicago's west suburbs.

What we know:

Two freight train cars derailed, blocking all tracks around 5:50 a.m. between the Aurora and Route 59 stations, according to transit officials.

Inbound and outbound trains for Metra BNSF were stopped until around 8 a.m. when the tracks were cleared and service was restored.

Metra said residual delays are expected.

What we don't know:

It was not immediately clear what caused the freight train to derail.

For real-time updates, head over to Metra's website.