Two Killed, 20 Injured in Amtrak Train vs. Tractor-Trailer Crash in Rural Nevada
CHURCHILL COUNTY, NV -- Two people were tragically killed and about 20 others injured Friday morning when a semi-truck plowed into a California-bound Amtrak passenger train, multiple news outlets reported. The June 24th accident was reported at 11:25 a.m., at a crossing on U.S. 95 about 70 miles east of Reno. The California Zephyr train was en route from Chicago to Emeryville, CA, about 300 miles west of where the crash occurred. The driver of the truck died, along with an Amtrak conductor. About 20 others were taken to hospitals in Reno and Fallon. While most of the injuries were reportedly minor, two people reportedly suffered critical injuries and four suffered serious injuries.
Cause of the June 24th Nevada Train Accident
Authorities confirmed that the safety equipment appeared to be function at the railroad crossing., including the gates, red lights and bells. According to the Federal Railroad Safety Administration. No accidents or incidents were reported during the last 20 years. The cause of the accident will be investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). Amtrak issued the following information line number for people with questions about families and friends who may have been aboard the Zephyr: 800-523-9101
Train Accident Passenger Injury Liability
This accident will have unique liability issues because Amtrak is partly owned and operated by the U.S. government, and the track where the accident occurred is owned by Union Pacific Railroad. While the June 24th accident remains under investigation, the injured victims or their family members would be well-advised to contact an experienced and knowledgeable railroad accident lawyer. A personal injury attorney who has successfully handled train accident passenger injury claims can help the injured victims understand and protect their legal rights to recover maximum compensation for their injuries, including medical care expenses, lost earnings, and pain and suffering.
