There was an accident involving a train in San Patricio County, Texas on July 2, 2024. During the incident, a train collided with a commercial truck pulling a trailer of grain. At least one injury has been reported. The incident remains under investigation at this...
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Crash between Train and Semi-truck in Tye, Texas
There was an accident involving a train in Tye, Texas on June 17, 2024. During the incident, a semi-truck hauling hot mix asphalt became stuck on the tracks Wednesday afternoon. A train collided with the stuck semi-truck. Luckily, the vehicle's driver was able to...
Accident between Train and 18-Wheeler in Dexter, New Mexico
There was an accident involving a train in Dexter, New Mexico on June 17, 2024. During the incident, a train crashed into an 18-wheeler near State Highway 2 and Lincoln Avenue. The driver of the 18-wheeler was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment. ...
Crash between Train and 18-Wheeler in Jersey Village, Texas
There was an accident involving a train in Jersey Village, Texas on June 4, 2024. During the incident, a train collided with an 18-wheeler on Wright Road at the eastbound service road of Highway 290. Additional details have not yet been released. A crash between a...
The Risk of Crashes Between Trains and 18-Wheelers: Causes and Prevention
Crashes between trains and 18-wheelers are devastating events that often result in significant property damage, severe injuries, and fatalities. These accidents are particularly catastrophic due to the size and weight of both the train and the truck. Understanding the...
Freight Train Derails near Arizona – New Mexico Border
There was an accident involving a freight train near Lupton, Arizona on April 26, 2024. During the incident, a freight train derailed and caught fire. The train was transporting propane and gasoline, which helped fuel the fire. Additional details have not yet been...
The Risks of 18-Wheelers Getting Stuck on Train Tracks: Understanding and Preventing Catastrophic Incidents
The interaction between 18-wheelers and train tracks presents a significant safety challenge, particularly when heavy loads such as hot mix asphalt are involved. The risk of an 18-wheeler becoming stuck on train tracks is a serious concern that can lead to devastating...
Deadly Accident Involving Amtrak Train in Durham, North Carolina
There was an accident between an Amtrak train and vehicle in Durham, North Carolina on March 14, 2024. During the crash, the Amtrak train collided with a car that was stuck between the crossing arms. One person was killed in the crash. Vehicles getting caught...
The Risk of Pedestrian Accidents at Train Crossings
Pedestrian accidents at train crossings are tragic events that can result in severe injuries and fatalities. Despite numerous safety measures in place, these accidents continue to occur, often due to a combination of human error, insufficient infrastructure, and lack...
What to do if You are in a Train Accident
Train travel is widely considered reliable and safe. However, like any mode of transportation, it is not completely free of accidents. Train accidents can occur, and knowing how to respond if you're a passenger can significantly impact your safety and well-being....