Deer struck by train blocks tracks near Anacostia Metro, Washington DC
Road ClosureA deer was struck by a train near Anacostia Metro Station. The animal was located between the running rails, blocking the track. Operators confirmed the deer's position, causing delays and track obstruction.
Audio|Source: WMATA MetroRail
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Because of the deer struck by a train outside of Andorne Street, central aisle.
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I don't know.
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I'm sorry to my area.
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Thank you.
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From Georgia Avenue,
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5-(number withheld)-12. All right, I need all personnel stand by St.
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Claude, stand by St.
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Claude for me.
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Train operator on 706.
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Is that there laying between a runner rail? Supervisor Falls, I need a train ID over.
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Trainoffrey 706, when you see the there, is the deer in between a running rail, isn't on third rail? Can you tell me with the location of the there over?
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Yes, it's between the running rails, right in the middle.
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Over.
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I copy the deer's in between the running rails.
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I copy, over.
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Location mentioned:
Anacostia Metro Station, Washington, DC 20020
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