A Brightline train collided with a fire truck in Delray Beach, Florida, injuring three firefighters and 12 passengers. The firefighters are stable, and none of the injuries are life-threatening. An investigation is ongoing into the cause of the crash.
15 Injured in Florida After Brightline Train Collides with Fire Truck
A Brightline train collided with a fire truck in Delray Beach, Florida, on Saturday morning, resulting in injuries to three firefighters and 12 train passengers, according to city officials.
The three firefighters, members of the Delray Beach Fire Rescue, were rushed to a local hospital, where they are currently reported to be in stable condition. Initially, two of the firefighters were listed in critical condition, but their status has since improved.
In addition to the firefighters, 12 train passengers were also taken to the hospital with minor injuries. Palm Beach County Fire Rescue assisted in transporting the injured. Fortunately, no fatalities have been reported.
The incident occurred around 10:45 a.m. at the intersection of East Atlantic Avenue and Railroad Avenue, where the accident took place on the train tracks. According to Delray Beach Fire Rescue, the firefighters were responding to a call when the collision occurred.
An active investigation into the cause of the collision is being conducted by the Delray Beach Police Department, Brightline officials, and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). Authorities are looking into whether the crossing gates were functioning properly at the time of the accident, but the specific cause of the crash has not yet been determined.