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Low-Speed Amtrak Derailment in Northfield, Mass. Leaves No Injuries

Investigators are reviewing a likely frozen track switch as the cause.

Overview

  • The locomotive and the wheels of one passenger car left the rails near the Vermont border around 2:05 p.m. Tuesday.
  • All 113 people on board were reported unharmed, and no hazardous fluids spilled.
  • The train stayed upright and maintained full power to keep heat and electricity on during the response.
  • Amtrak arranged buses to carry passengers south to Springfield and to move northbound travelers from Springfield to St. Albans.
  • Authorities say the derailment remains under investigation.