There appears to be quite a bit of misinformation floating around regarding an issue at the Dupont Circle Metrorail station during the early evening. Let’s clear it up: around 5:45, an escalator broke down and began smoking at the north (Q Street NW) entrance to the station. As a result, that entrance to the station was closed about an hour ago. According to authorities, the station was never shut down and Metro service did no stop at any point during the commotion. The Washington Post confirms that as of 6:30 p.m., the station was smoky, but still open. The most recent report we have is that the situation is totally under control, there were no injuries, and Metro mechanics are working on the escalator in question. If you use the Red Line to get around, you might want to try Farragut North if you’re adverse to smoke, but from all indications, the station is fully operational. UPDATE: The Post also states that both Dupont Circle entrances, as of 7:10 p.m., are now open.