Several injured after Green Line train derailment in Cambridge, officials say

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — Multiple people are being evaluated for injuries following a train derailment during the Tuesday evening commute.

The Cambridge Fire Department says an MBTA Green Line train came off the tracks in the area of 10 Morgan Avenue near Lechmere Station around 5 p.m.

According to authorities, six people sustained injuries, and seven riders were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. In total, 50 riders self-evacuated on the tracks and traveled to an emergency exit location.

Crews disabled power to the train and all passengers have been removed.

Shuttle buses are currently replacing trains between North Station and Union Square & Medford/Tufts stations. Transit officials anticipate shuttle buses will replace service in this area through the end of service on Tuesday.

In a statement, an MBTA spokesperson said, “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 cause of the derailment remains under investigation by the MBTA, DPU, and the FTA

This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.

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