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Train fire in Belmont causes delays on Fitchburg Commuter Rail line

BELMONT, Mass. -- Trains on the Fitchburg Line of the MBTA Commuter Rail are being delayed due to fire department activity in Belmont.

The Belmont Fire Department told Boston 25 News there was a fire in the engine compartment of a train that was stopped at Belmont Center.

Boston 25 News has learned that the train was evacuated and now injuries were reported.

Passengers are now being bussed to North Station, the train's destination.

The fire department said the flames have been extinguished.

Sky25 is heading to the scene and Boston 25 News will have the latest updates posted online as they become available.

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