The New York Times – Travel:
After a high-speed collision near Toledo, Spain, killed at least 68 people, rail safety experts said the rough consensus that it is best to sit in the middle of a train has its limits.
Category: Railroad Accidents and Safety
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At Least 15 Dead After Lisbon Funicular Derails and Crashes, Officials Say
The New York Times – Travel:
The funicular line, one of three in Lisbon, is a popular tourist attraction.
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‘Train Ride from Hell’: 17-Hour Amtrak Trip Becomes 37-Hour Ordeal
The New York Times – Travel:
Amtrak said that a CSX freight derailment forced its train from Virginia to Florida to detour from its normal route, adding 20 hours to the trip.