7 passengers injured in MBTA Green Line train derailment near Lechmere – Boston News, Weather, Sports

CAMBRIDGE, MASS. (WHDH) – Seven passengers were taken to the hospital after an MBTA Green Line train derailed near the Lechmere station Tuesday afternoon, officials said.

At 5 p.m., the MBTA announced in an X post that shuttle buses would replace train service between North Station and Medford/Tufts due to the incident.

According to an X post from the Cambridge Fire Department, several people were evaluated for non-life-threatening injuries. Seven people were taken to local hospitals, the department said.

According to the department, firefighters cut off the train's overhead line power.

Shuttle buses were expected to replace train service in the area throughout the day. Alternatively, riders can use the Route 87 bus while trains are stopped, the MBTA said.

The derailment remains under investigation by the MBTA.

“The MBTA sincerely apologizes to riders for the frustration and distress this incident has caused. We are committed to thoroughly investigating this matter to ensure this does not happen again,” the statement said.

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