Third fatal train crash in 49 days.
Via WISTV:
Two people have died and more than 70 people have been taken to nearby hospitals following a train collision and derailment in Cayce, SC early Sunday morning.
The collision happened near Charleston Highway and Pine Ridge Road around 2:45 a.m. between an Amtrak passenger train and a CSX freight train on the tracks. NTSB is investigating the crash.
Pine Ridge Drive is currently blocked as a part of the investigation and officials ask people to stay away from the area during this time.
The passengers were traveling on Amtrak Train 91 was operating from Miami to New York with 8 crew members and 139 passengers. If you are concerned that you knew anyone on the Amtrak train, you are asked to call their support line at 1-800-523-9101.
Via WISTV:
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster says it “appears that the Amtrak train was on the wrong track” that led to the deadly train crash and derailment that claimed the lives of two Amtrak employees and sent 116 more to area hospitals in Cayce, SC early Sunday morning.
The collision happened near Charleston Highway and Pine Ridge Road around 2:45 a.m. between an Amtrak passenger train and a stationary CSX freight train on the tracks. NTSB is investigating the crash with local and state officials, in addition to the FBI on site.
“Amtrak Train 91, operating between New York and Miami, came in contact with a CSX freight train at around 2:35 am in Cayce, SC. The lead engine derailed, as well as some passenger cars,” Amtrak said in a brief statement. “There were 8 crew members and approximately 139 passengers, with injuries reported. Local authorities are on the scene responding. More information will be provided as available.”