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An Amtrak train derailed and fell onto an overpass in Washington

Mark MatousekDec 18, 2017, 22:20 IST

Twitter / WSDOT Tacoma Traffic

An Amtrak train has derailed and fallen onto Interstate 5 in Washginton.

The accident appears to have resulted in a number of casualties, according to CBS News affiliate KIRO-TV. The Washington State Department of Transportation has advised drivers to avoid the area near the derailment.

Amtrak tweeted a statement on Monday morning saying it was alerted to the derailment and will provide further details as it learns more about the accident.

This is a developing story. Stay tuned for updates.

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An Amtrak train derailed and fell onto an overpass in Washington

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