[10-04-2023] Shasta County, CA – Roads Closed Following Train vs. Semi-Truck Collision in Redding

Roads were closed due to a collision between a train and a semi-truck in Redding on Wednesday afternoon, October 04, 2023.

According to the Redding Police Department, the incident happened at Eastside Road along Radio Lane and Highway 273.

A semi-truck was reportedly pulling a “low boy” trailer carrying large equipment. Due to the weight of the object being transported, the trailer was lowered for ground clearance. This got it trapped on the tracks until a freight train collided with the semi-truck.

It is unclear whether anyone sustained visible injuries, and information regarding the total number of victims is unavailable.

Due to a diesel fuel leak, Eastside Road and Highway 273 were closed, and northbound traffic was rerouted.

The authorities are investigating the collision, and the factors that got the truck stuck on the tracks are being determined.

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What Should You Do After a Train Accident?

No one can foresee a train derailment, but you can be prepared for one. A train accident checklist in your glove compartment can help you remain composed and organized following a train accident. It can advise you on what to do, what not to do, and how to safeguard your rights most effectively.

When in doubt, please contact us. Keep our phone number, (888) 488-1391, in your phone or on paper in the event of an emergency. After a major collision, you are not alone.  If you or a companion are involved in a train accident, the following steps should be taken:

• Call 911 immediately to report the collision. Obtain the police report, which is indispensable to your case.
• Immediate medical attention should be sought to lessen the severity of the injury. It is possible to detect internal injuries that have not yet manifested symptoms through imaging and tests.
• Collect the contact details of all parties involved in the collision, including witnesses. Include their names, telephone numbers, and insurance information, and photograph their license plates, vehicles, and other potential evidence.
• When speaking with the insurance company, state the facts. Do not disclose information about the fatal collision or take insurance settlement offers before consulting with an attorney.
• Consult with our train accident attorneys in California to maximize your insurance coverage.

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Train Accident Statistics

In 2021, 893 individuals perished due to railway accidents. The number is 20% higher than the 2020 total of 744. In addition, 5,781 individuals were admitted to hospitals in 2021 due to nonfatal injuries, a 4% increase from the 5,544 individuals admitted in 2020.

The National Safety Council reported that deaths at highway-rail crossings increased by 21% between 2020 and 2021, while deaths involving other incidents increased by 20%. The fatality rate for trespassers was 94% or 617 people.

Every two hours, on average, a train impacts and kills or damages a person or a vehicle. Each year, over a thousand individuals are killed in train accidents. There were approximately 600 deaths and 2,300 injuries.

Trains are by far the cheapest and most time-effective mode of transportation. The proficiency of train conductors and the frequency of train operations can affect the safety of passengers and employees.