MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) – This is a statement from Amtrak on the accident in Grand Bay Sunday morning.
On Sunday, April 26, Amtrak train No. 23 was traveling from Mobile, AL, to New Orleans at approximately 7:20 a.m. (CT) when a semi-trailer with an auto rack came into contact with the train on CSX tracks south of Mobile. There have been no reported injuries to the 48 passengers onboard, but several crew members were treated at the scene for injuries. Amtrak is working with local law enforcement to investigate the incident.
Customers have been provided with snack packs and water on board the train. Amtrak currently plans to return the train to Mobile later this morning, where customers may board alternate transportation to New Orleans…