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Federal Railroad Administration statement on Ventura County Metolink accident

Document Series:
Press Releases
Press Release Number
2015-07
Contact Name
Kevin Thompson
Contact Phone Number
202-366-1299
Subject:
Accident Investigations
Keywords:
Metrolink, accident, derailment

From FRA Spokesman, “The accident on Metrolink’s Ventura County Line this morning is a tragedy and our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families. Federal Railroad Administration investigators are en route to the scene, and they will conduct a thorough investigation to determine the factors that contributed to this accident. Safety must be every railroad's absolute top priority. We will establish what lapses, if any, occurred and order any necessary corrective actions." 


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