All articles tagged with #accidentstransportation
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Daily Mail
A shocking video captures the moment a cargo train collides with a semi-truck in Texas, causing the truck to topple. The incident occurred in Annetta, west of Dallas and Fort Worth, and resulted in the closure of the road in both directions. Fire crews and hazmat teams are on the scene to clean up a diesel spillage, but fortunately, no injuries have been reported.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
Two trains collided on a Beijing metro line during snowy conditions, sending hundreds of commuters to the hospital, with dozens suffering fractured bones. The collision was caused by a malfunction related to signal and emergency braking due to weather conditions. No fatalities were reported, and the subway operator has apologized and promised to investigate and prevent similar incidents in the future.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox Carolina
A small plane crashed along I-26 near Asheville, North Carolina, prompting the closure of a portion of the highway. The Federal Aviation Administration confirmed that two people were on board the plane, but their conditions are currently unknown. The pilot had reported the need for assistance while approaching the Asheville Regional Airport but was unable to make it there and had to land on the highway. Multiple agencies are responding to the incident.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Denver Post
Five people were injured in a 21-vehicle pileup on westbound Interstate 70 near De Beque, Colorado, causing the highway to be closed for nearly seven hours. The crash involved 17 passenger vehicles and four semi-trucks, but none of the injuries were life-threatening. The closure was also due to other accidents on the highway, including one in Glenwood Springs and another in Golden where a tractor-trailer hit a bridge.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by East Idaho News
A multi-vehicle collision involving over 30 cars and semi-trucks occurred on eastbound Interstate 86 near Pocatello, Idaho, due to a thick layer of fog and limited visibility. Fortunately, there were no fatalities, but several people sustained minor injuries and were taken to the hospital. The crash caused a chain reaction, resulting in significant damage to numerous vehicles. The interstate was blocked for approximately seven hours to allow emergency personnel and tow trucks to assist those involved and clear the scene. The Idaho State Police are investigating the incident.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KNOP
Two people have died in a crash on Interstate 80 near North Platte, Nebraska. The eastbound lanes of I-80 were closed to all traffic except emergency vehicles, causing a standstill for several hours. The cause of the crash is currently unknown, and authorities are working to investigate and clear the scene.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC News
Multiple fatal accidents occurred across the country on Thanksgiving Day as millions of people traveled by road to visit loved ones. In Georgia, 14 deaths were reported, with five fatalities resulting from a head-on collision between a van and a pickup truck. Four people died in a high-speed crash in California, while two children were seriously injured in a multi-vehicle accident in Sacramento County. Investigations are ongoing, and authorities are urging witnesses to come forward.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
The head of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has called the 43,000 annual deaths on America's roadways a "public health crisis" following a tragic school bus crash in Ohio that claimed the lives of three students, two parent chaperones, and a teacher. The crash involved multiple vehicles, including a charter bus carrying over 50 students. NTSB investigators are on the scene to determine the cause of the accident, and a preliminary report is expected in the coming weeks. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has ordered flags to fly at half-staff in honor of the victims, and the community is receiving support from counselors and other organizations.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC News
At least three people were killed and 15 others injured when a semitrailer rear-ended a bus carrying students and chaperones from the Tuscarawas Valley Local School District in Ohio. The bus was en route to a conference when the crash occurred on Interstate 70 West in Licking County. The injured were taken to area hospitals, and the cause of the crash is still under investigation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WPVI-TV
Two SEPTA employees were injured, one seriously, after being struck by a vehicle involved in rail tie removal work on the Norristown High-Speed Line in Radnor Township, Delaware County. One employee was treated and released, while the other was trapped under the vehicle for an hour before being stabilized and rushed to the hospital. The injuries are serious but not life-threatening. An investigation is underway, and shuttle buses are operating while the incident is being investigated. Scheduled track work has been canceled.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Washington Post
A truck driver was killed when a coal train derailed and a rail bridge collapsed over Interstate 25 in Colorado. The incident resulted in the closure of a section of the highway, which carries about 40,000 vehicles daily. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the derailment and will also examine the bridge and its maintenance. BNSF, the train operator, has had 177 derailments this year. Lawmakers have been considering changes to rail safety laws following a previous derailment in Ohio.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
A coal train derailed off a bridge onto Colorado's Interstate 25, killing a semi-truck driver. The incident has resulted in the closure of a portion of the interstate, with crews working to clear the wreckage. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident, and the US Department of Transportation is ready to provide support.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Pueblo Chieftain
A train derailment north of Pueblo, Colorado, caused the collapse of a railroad bridge over Interstate 25, resulting in the death of a semi-truck driver. The incident led to the closure of the interstate in both directions, with no estimated time for reopening. The cause of the derailment and bridge collapse is under investigation by authorities, including the National Transportation Safety Board. HAZMAT crews are on the scene to address potential hazards, and the total number of train cars involved and their contents will be confirmed. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KKTV
A train carrying heavy military equipment has derailed in Colorado Springs, with eight rail cars going off the tracks. No injuries have been reported, and it is unclear where the train was heading. Witnesses near the scene stated that the train did not appear to be moving quickly at the time of the incident. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the derailment.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
Investigators are examining the wreckage of a bus crash that killed two people and injured dozens, including high school students, on a New York highway. While a faulty front tire is suspected as the cause, authorities are investigating other factors. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) expects to be on-site for several days to determine the cause of the incident. The victims, including the band director and a volunteer chaperone, were part of a high school marching band traveling to a camp in Pennsylvania. Several students remain in critical condition, while others are being treated at various hospitals.