A smoking electrical transformer and a worker inspecting the fire at the MBTA Commuter Rail Hyde Park on Monday, March 24, 2025.
A transformer fire at an MBTA stop in Boston halted train service for the Commuter Rail as well as Amtrak on Monday.
All Amtrak and some MBTA commuter train service into Boston's South Station was halted Monday afternoon, the agencies said, citing "fire department activity."
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The fire was reported about 3:45 p.m. at the Hyde Park Commuter Rail stop, according to Boston Fire District Chief Steven Fairneny. He said the explosion was heard by a police officer nearby, and that someone sent him a video of electrical arcing soon afterward.
Some train service was restored by early evening, but residual delays continued.
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The MBTA's Franklin/Foxboro and Providence/Stoughton lines had been holding, as was all Amtrak rail service into and out of Boston.
⚠️ Franklin/Foxboro and Providence/Stoughton Line passengers can expect significant delays due to fire department activity at Hyde Park. Trains are holding until further notice.
— MBTA Commuter Rail (@MBTA_CR) March 24, 2025
Travel Update: Rail service in and out of Boston (BOS) is temporarily suspended due to fire department activity in the area. We appreciate your patience and will provide updates as information becomes available.
— Amtrak Northeast (@AmtrakNECAlerts) March 24, 2025
Travel Update: Train service between Boston (BOS) and Providence (PVD) has been partially restored. Residual delays of up to 90 minutes are anticipated due to rail congestion and speed restrictions in the area. We will provide updates as information becomes available.
— Amtrak Northeast (@AmtrakNECAlerts) March 24, 2025
