Train Was Travelling 80mph in 30mph Zone Before Deadly Crash

Train Was Travelling 80mph in 30mph Zone Before Deadly Crash
The scene where an Amtrak passenger train derailed on a bridge over interstate highway I-5 in DuPont, Washington, U.S. December 18, 2017. REUTERS/Steve Dipaola
Tom Ozimek
Tom Ozimek
Reporter
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The train that derailed on an overpass in Washington state on Monday was taking a corner at more than twice the speed limit when the passenger cars careened off the track onto a road below, killing at least three people.

In addition to the three fatalities, about 100 people were taken to nearby hospitals, of whom 10 had serious injuries, according to local authorities.

Tom Ozimek
Tom Ozimek
Reporter
Tom Ozimek is a senior reporter for The Epoch Times. He has a broad background in journalism, deposit insurance, marketing and communications, and adult education.
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