Historical Events tagged with "malbone street"
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Malbone Street Rapid Transit Disaster Revealed
The Malbone Street wreck occurred when a rapid transit train crashed under the intersection of Malbone Street and Flatbush Avenue, resulting in the deaths of at least 102 individuals. The incident, primarily caused by excessive speed and inadequate safety measures, involved a Brooklyn Rapid Transit (BRT) train that derailed in a tunnel. Overcrowded conditions on the train contributed to the high casualty rate, as many passengers were unable to escape the wreckage in a timely manner. This disaster marked a significant failure in transportation safety protocols.
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