MARTA train derailed in December, suffered ‘significant damage’ from fallen tree

Published
February 12, 2026
Location
DeKalb, Illinois
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Incident type
Transit, Crash, Fall

Summary

Bus Crash Dekalb Illinois in DeKalb, Illinois: A multiday disruption on MARTA’s Red and Gold lines in December 2026 resulted from a derailment caused by a fallen tree. The train, carrying 118 passengers, derailed on Dec 29, 2026, after a tree fell due to heavy winds. Passengers were offloaded onto a rescue train without injuries reported.

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MARTA train derailed in December, suffered ‘significant damage’ from fallen tree

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