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Amtrak Train Catches Fire Mid-Travel Rush
30 Nov
Summary
- An Amtrak train caught fire on Sunday, disrupting travel.
- The incident occurred at Providence Station, affecting three cars.
- No injuries were reported as firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze.
An Amtrak train caught fire on Sunday, creating travel disruptions amidst the peak post-Thanksgiving holiday rush. The incident occurred at the Providence Amtrak Station, involving three unoccupied passenger rail cars. Firefighters were dispatched and successfully extinguished the fire, ensuring the safety of the area.
Amtrak Police indicated the fire was mechanical and not suspicious in nature. Providence Police assisted with crowd control after smoke emanating from a tunnel led to the station's evacuation. Fortunately, authorities confirmed that no injuries were sustained by passengers or staff.
This event impacted travelers during a period when AAA had projected millions of Americans would be on the move. Airports, highways, and train stations were expectedly busy, making the train fire a notable disruption.
