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Two men were shot near the Washington/Wells CTA station in Chicago's Loop, causing train service disruptions. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns on public transit, with authorities urging more aggressive crime prevention measures.
The MTA has released a contingency plan for nearly 300,000 LIRR riders in case of a strike by unions representing over 3,700 workers, which could occur as soon as September 18. The plan includes limited bus services and remote work recommendations, as negotiations continue amid union demands for higher pay and the MTA's assertions of already high wages. The situation remains uncertain, with potential impacts on commuters and local communities.
A cargo ship lost steering capabilities and collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, causing a section of the bridge to collapse into the Patapsco River. Six construction workers are missing and presumed dead, while two others survived. The crash has halted shipping traffic at the Port of Baltimore and is expected to cause significant disruptions. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the accident, and federal officials have pledged to cover the cost of rebuilding the bridge.
Metro-North Railroad service on the Waterbury line was suspended after a pedestrian was fatally struck by a train at the Divison Street railroad crossing in Ansonia. The 65-year-old man had trespassed onto the property and was hit despite the engineer activating the emergency brakes. Passengers were provided buses and alternative transportation arrangements. The Ansonia Police Department is assisting with the investigation.
A section of a railway bridge in southeastern Norway collapsed into the Laagen River due to damage to the central bridge foundation caused by torrential rains. The collapse occurred after all traffic across the bridge was halted a week ago due to fears of its collapse. The bridge, built in 1957, is 172.5 meters long and has a direct foundation on the riverbed. The heavy rain also led to evacuations, a collapsed hydroelectric river dam, a derailed train, and transportation disruptions across the Nordic and Baltic region.
Record-setting rainfall in the Chicago area caused significant flooding, leaving over 7,000 people without power and forcing the closure of two train lines. The National Weather Service issued warnings for life-threatening flooding, with some areas receiving over 7 inches of rain. O'Hare airport broke the previous record for July 2 rainfall. More than 200 complaints of water in basements were reported, and several roads, including Interstate 290, remained closed due to impassable conditions. The Office of Emergency Management and Communications urged caution and provided resources for reporting flooding incidents.
Heavy rain caused by Typhoon Mawar and a rain front hanging over Japan's main island Honshu has prompted flood warnings and evacuation orders affecting millions of people, with one man dead and transportation services disrupted. The Japan Meteorological Agency warns of continuing downpours into the weekend, urging vigilance against landslides and overflowing rivers. Some local governments issued the highest level of warning to residents, calling on them to immediately ensure their safety.