A train in Florida hit a fire truck, leaving firefighters and passengers injured
A Brightline high-speed train in Florida collided with a Delray Beach Fire Rescue ladder truck Saturday morning, injuring at least 15 people, including three firefighters.
Firefighters were taken to the hospital in stable condition and 12 passengers were transported with minor injuries, according to Delray Beach city officials.
The crash happened at 10:45 a.m. in Delray Beach near E. Atlantic Avenue and Railroad Avenue.
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People look at the damage after a Florida train hit a fire truck, causing injuries, on Saturday in Delray Beach. (Michael Lamendola via Storyful)
Delray Beach is about 30 miles north of Fort Lauderdale.
Brightline offers high-speed rail service between Miami and Orlando, according to its website, with stops in Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton and West Palm Beach.
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An accident involving a Brightline train in Florida caused injuries and delays on Saturday. (Michael Lamendola via Storyful)
The Delray Beach Police Department, Brightline and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the cause of the crash.
People look at the damage after a Florida train hit a fire truck, injuring people. (Michael Lamendola via Storyful)
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Fox News Digital has reached out to Brightline for comment.
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