A train derailed in Montana, killing at least three people
At least three people were killed and several passengers were injured ce injured when a passenger train of the American railway company "Amtrak" derailed yesterday in the northern central state of Montana, a representative of the local sheriff announced today, NBC reports.
The official said there were several injuries, but that the final number was not yet known.
The cause of the accident is still unknown.
The Empire Builder 7 we were traveling west on to Seattle derailed near Joplin, MT about an hour ago. pic.twitter.com/k4TjbRog3D
- Megan Vandervest (@MegVandervest) September 25, 2021
The train to Seattle had about 146 passengers and 16 crew members, the Amtrak company said.