Full Scale Exercise (11-03-2018)

WMATA will be conducting a full-scale exercise at the Franconia-Springfield Metrorail Station on Sunday, November 4th, 2018. One of the main components of the exercise is the evacuation of a train on the roadway. Volunteers involved in the train evacuation could be on the train up to 60 minutes as we de-energize the 3rd rail power and begin the exercise. Volunteers without mobility concerns should expect to access the roadway and walk back to an area of safety under the direction of the fire department. We anticipate the volunteers arriving at 6:30 a.m., with the exercise beginning between 8:15-8:30 a.m. Volunteer participation should be over no later than 12:00 p.m., with the exercise completed no later than 2:00 p.m.
All volunteers will be required to sign a waiver in order to participate in the exercise. Participation is limited to those 13 years of age and older. Anyone younger than 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
If you and/or a family member are interested in participating, please register each person individually at the link: https://events.eventzilla.net/e/wmata-full-scale-exercise-franconiaspringfield-2138713778