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Orange Line trains suspended near Midway Airport as CTA warns travelers to avoid route

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Orange Line trains on the Chicago Transit Authority were suspended temporarily during rush hour Friday morning near Midway Airport. According to the agency, the suspension was initiated due to track conditions, but no further details were provided. Commuters were being shuttled by bus between Midway and 35th/Archer due to the issues.

Consider other service alternatives that may serve your trip, such as nearby bus routes or using buses to other rail lines, the transit agency warned travelers. One suggested route was the #62H Archer/Harlem. NBC Chicago s traffic reporter Kye Martin noted however that the shuttles will add a lot of extra time for travelers looking to get into the Loop. You may want to consider grabbing a rideshare if you are waiting for Your Loop-Bound train currently at Midway Airport, Martin said. The transit agency said crews were working to restore service but urged travelers to allow extra travel time. It was not immediately clear how long the suspension would last.

Source: Local news

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