Accidents & Tragedies

CTA Train Collision Causes Major Derailment

A collision involving two Chicago Transit Authority elevated trains led to a catastrophic derailment on February 4, resulting in 11 fatalities and over 180 injuries. The incident occurred during the evening rush hour, when one train rear-ended another at high speed in the Loop area. Rescue operations were complicated by the elevated structure and the number of passengers involved. This accident remains the worst in the history of the CTA, prompting significant changes in safety regulations and operational protocols.

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