Train 5 CZ (4/4/19)?

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I don't think it was cancelled. I think I saw a comment on the post that said something like "we on our way". They were contemplating getting a freight engine to pull it. Track-a-Train shows it going 80 MPH heading to Galesburg
 
Per a post on FB, engine problems. Traction motor fire.

Well that'll hold things up a bit.

So they cancelled it? They couldn’t get alternative locomotives even in CHI? As of 6:30pm it’s still showing unavailable 4 hours after departure.

Where did anyone say that the train was cancelled? Keep in mind that having spare power on hand is hit and miss. They could have 20 extra units on hand or none. In English, it's not that simple.
 
Amtrak #5(04) was over three hours late at Agency, Iowa with AMTK 170 as the sole engine.

 
Just checked the "Railstream MH Tower" webcam archives from yesterday for # 5's departure and # 192 was the leader and 170 was the second unit ...
 
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