Apparently, Amtrak’s Lake Shore Limited struck a tractor-trailer whose driver drove it around lowered crossing gates. I understand it was a fatal incident. So very sad for all involved! WHEN will people learn??!! I couldn’t seem to find very much on it. Anyone got the full details? Thanks.
In a separate incident, Amtrak also caught fire near Schenectady NY, also with the Lake Shore Limited, I believe.
WGRZ-TV’s and the Democrat and Chronicle.com website at :
http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20110112/NEWS01/110112009
Pictures and Video.
FTA: "…Amtrak spokesman Cliff Cole said none of the 247 people aboard the Chicago-to-New York City train were hurt in the crash, which occurred about 8:30 a.m.
Dunkirk Fire Capt. Allen Loeb confirmed the driver’s death and said the cause of the accident is under investigation.
Edwards said the truck, which was carrying chickens, was heading to the Purina plant in Dunkirk. The railroad crossing gate was down at the time of the crash…"
Edit to Add:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KrPtQTJH0KE&feature=related
You Tube of Train, Lakeshore LTD.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jiNVhTx_6pw
YOU TUBE VIDEO OF REMAINS OF TRUCK AT DUNKIRK, NY
Hasn’t been a good week for the Lakeshore.
Not that it’s got the greatest reputation for on-time performance, although I think that’s improved somewhat of late.