Accidents & Tragedies

Amtrak Cascades Train 501 Derailed in Washington

An Amtrak Cascades passenger train derailed near DuPont, Washington, resulting in six fatalities and approximately 70 injuries. This incident occurred as the train was traveling on a newly opened route between Seattle and Portland. The train was on an elevated section of track when it went off the rails, with several cars falling onto an interstate highway below. Emergency services responded rapidly to the scene to assist those affected.

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