Tucson, Arizona Train Accident Destroys Car
While seemingly uncommon, nearly 2,000 train accidents occur every year (Federal Railroad Administration 2010). With so much weight behind the momentum of the train, combined with the increased distance needed for stopping, trains can be very deadly weapons. As Arizona car accident attorneys, we hope all drivers use caution around railroad track crossings to prevent accidents.
On Wednesday in Tucson, a car was crossing railroad tracks when it stalled and was hit by an oncoming train (KOLD 13 10/6/10). Luckily, no one in the car or the train were injured, but the car is likely totaled. It is important while crossing tracks to shift as you approach the crossing, not while you cross it to prevent these types of accidents.
Track crossings are common throughout the metro area with the light rail system in Phoenix, as well as the cargo trains that pass through the state. Nearly 2,000 people are killed or injured at railroad crossings every year in the U.S. according to Operation Lifesaver. Although trains may seem to approach slowly sometimes, the weight ratio of the train to the average car is 4,000 to one, so even at a slower speed, damages can be devastating—much like a car crushing a soda can.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, please call us today for a free consultation. We may be able to help you get the compensation you deserve. Call us at (602) 267-1280.
