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Trains shut down at Capital Height Metro Station due to fire

Tunnel exhaust fans have been turned on to help with smoke removal.

CAPITAL HEIGHTS, MD -- All Metro trains were shut down briefly at the Capital Heights Metro Station due to a fire in a utility room, according to Prince George's County fire officials.

Officials say the fire has been put out, but was visible from one of the rooms. No injuries were reported.

Tunnel exhaust fans were turned on to help with smoke removal. Officials say the fire involved some large electrical panels.

U/D PGFD in conjunction with @wmata officials have determined that electrical power servicing the room on fire. via a large generator, needs to be shut down before fire extinguishment can occur. All 3rd rail power has been shut down - no trains in area.
— Mark Brady (@PGFDPIO) July 3, 2018

Metro says Tuesday morning's service will not be impacted.

Capital Heights Metro Station is the first station going east in Maryland and provides service for the Blue and Silver lines.

We will update this story when more information becomes available.