A collision between a train and an 18-wheeler occurred early Friday morning at the intersection of Covington Highway and Turner Hill Road in DeKalb County, leaving the truck split in two. Emergency responders were quickly on the scene to assess the damage and ensure the safety of anyone involved.
According to authorities, the crash occurred at approximately [time] when the freight train collided with the tractor-trailer, which was reportedly attempting to cross the tracks. The impact of the crash caused the truck to be torn apart, with debris scattered across the intersection.
“It was a devastating scene,” said [Name], an eyewitness who was at the scene shortly after the accident. “The truck was completely split in half, and there were just huge chunks of metal everywhere. It’s a miracle that no one was seriously injured.”
Crews from the DeKalb County Fire Rescue were quick to respond, working to clear the wreckage and secure the area. Fortunately, the driver of the truck, identified as [Name, if known], was able to escape the crash with minor injuries. The driver was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment and is expected to make a full recovery.
No injuries have been reported on the train, and there were no passengers aboard at the time of the incident. The train, which was carrying [type of cargo, if known], sustained significant damage, but was able to continue its route after repairs were made.
Authorities are now investigating the cause of the collision. Preliminary reports suggest that the truck may have failed to stop at the railroad crossing, but investigators are still working to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the crash. Witnesses have stated that the train’s horn was heard just before the impact, leading some to believe that the driver of the truck may not have seen the train in time.
Local traffic was severely disrupted in the aftermath of the accident, with Covington Highway and Turner Hill Road closed for several hours while crews worked to clear the scene. Drivers were urged to avoid the area and seek alternate routes as the cleanup continued.
“The safety of our community is a top priority,” said [Name], a spokesperson for the DeKalb County Police Department. “We are working closely with the railroad and the National Transportation Safety Board to understand what led to this tragic incident and to prevent similar accidents in the future.”
As the investigation continues, authorities are asking anyone with information about the crash to contact the DeKalb County Police Department or Crime Stoppers.
A full report on the findings will be made available once the investigation is complete.
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