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Heard on: McDonough County Area Public Safety · 1/12/2026 01:12 PM
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Are the lights going and arms down, or is there a train there? They're needing to know.
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I don't know.
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Train blocks crossings through Colchester

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As discussed during the dispatch call, a westbound train is blocking all crossings through Colchester, with its tail engine positioned near Fulton Street. Dispatchers discussed whether the warning lights and gate arms were active. The situation may cause temporary traffic delays until the train clears the area.

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S Fulton St, Colchester, IL 62326
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