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FRA Statement Regarding Amtrak Accident near Halifax, N.C.

According to an FRA Spokesperson:

 “The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is aware of the Amtrak derailment that occurred this afternoon near Halifax, N.C..  We have a team of investigators en route to the scene. Once the scene is cleared of emergency response...

Statement on the BNSF Accident Near Galena, Illinois

According to an FRA spokesperson:

“The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is aware of the crude oil train derailment this afternoon near Galena, Illinois. The derailed train is on fire. We have a team of investigators en route to the scene. Once the scene is contained and...

Fatalities in Controlled Points/Manual Interlockings

The Mission of the Fatality Analysis of Maintenance-of-way Employees and Signalmen (FAMES) Committee is to analyze all fatalities and selected related incidents in order to make recommendations to reduce the risk of future occurrences and eliminate fatalities to roadway workers.