[04-26-2023] Solano County, CA – Fatal Train Crash in Fairfield Left One Person Dead, Multiple Injured

A fatal train crash left one person dead and multiple people injured in Fairfield on Wednesday morning, April 26, 2023.

According to the Fairfield Fire Department, the fatal crash occurred around 8:30 a.m. near East Tabor Avenue and Railroad Avenue.

An Amtrak train reportedly hit a truck which caused a chain collision and damaged at least two other vehicles.

The person inside the truck was killed, and there were other reports of injuries, but the number of people injured is still unknown.

All victims were transported to a nearby hospital after suffering moderate to severe injuries.

The area around East Tabor Avenue was closed off as authorities conducted their investigation.

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What Should You Do After a Train Accident?

If you or someone you know has been involved in a train accident, here are some things you should do:

• Call 911. Remember not to admit fault when speaking with police officers or your insurance provider. Only provide the information required.
• You should never admit fault, not even to the police. Tell the authorities the truth about what occurred. Give as many details as you can about the collision.
• To prevent injuries, seek medical attention immediately.
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Fatal Train Accident Statistics

Eight hundred ninety-three people were killed in train accidents in 2021. It is 20% more than the estimated 744 deaths in 2020. In 2021, 5,781 patients were admitted to hospitals with nonfatal injuries. In comparison to the total of 5,544 in 2020, it increased by 4%.

Between 2020 and 2021, deaths at highway-rail crossings increased by 21%, while deaths from other incidents increased by 20%. The latter saw 617 fatalities (94%), all of whom were trespassers.

National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) reported that a person or their vehicle is killed or injured when hit by a train every two hours.

Each year, train accidents claim the lives of more than 1,000 individuals. It caused more than 2,300 injuries and 600 fatalities.