Overview
- An electrical mishap inside an electrical vault near the Medical Center Metro station injured multiple workers, with authorities reporting at least six people seriously hurt.
- Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service said crews evaluated several workers and transported three to hospital, including one patient listed with life‑threatening injuries.
- Responders described the scene as a complex, high‑hazard tunnel shaft that required specialized extraction and medical care for victims who suffered electrical burns.
- Officials have asked the public to avoid the area while fire, rail and rescue teams secure the site and continue on‑scene treatment and victim recovery.
- The incident is under active response and review, and may prompt follow‑up reporting on Metro service impacts, cause investigations, and safety procedures for tunnel electrical vaults.