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Heard on: Chicago Fire - Digital · 1/20/2026 05:50 PM
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Battalion 21, we have CTA on the phone and they're wanting to restore power.
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Is that okay to restore power there?
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Power outage halts CTA train near 79th St

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As discussed during the dispatch call, authorities responded to a power outage affecting a CTA train near 79th Street in Chicago. Power was shut off as a safety precaution while passengers were moved to the rear cars. Coordination with Battalion 21 and CTA personnel occurred before restoring power. The incident also involved an ambulance assist nearby, possibly due to passenger distress.

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CTA: 79th, Chicago, IL
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