Train collides with garbage truck at an unsecured railroad crossing

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  1. Apr 8, 2026 #1
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  3. Apr 8, 2026 #2
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    Because trains hide so well.
     
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  4. Apr 8, 2026 #3
    nikmirbre

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    Unsecured crossing, I would think thats pretty fast for a train to be coming through....
     
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    Almost made it. Knocked the can right off the frame, those trucks do have a limited sight from inside, but no excuse here.
     
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    Amtrak trains always run at high speeds-70 mph or higher,depending on where they are.
     
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