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Tragedy struck Delray Beach, Florida, on Saturday morning when a Brightline train and a fire truck collided. The horrific incident left three firefighters and 12 train passengers injured.
The injured firefighters were initially listed in critical condition but have since been stabilized. The 12 train passengers sustained minor injuries and were taken to the hospital by Palm Beach County Fire Rescue.
The accident occurred at around 10:45 a.m. at the East Atlantic Avenue tracks near Railroad Avenue. Authorities confirmed that the firefighters were responding to a call when the crash happened.
Investigators, including the Delray Beach Police Department, Brightline officials, and the National Transportation Safety Board, are examining the cause of the collision. They are focusing on whether the crossing gates were functioning properly.
This developing story continues to unfold, and updates will be provided as they become available.