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
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.
All SB lanes of I-5 blocked near Mounts Road in Pierce County due to derailed train car. Avoid area! pic.twitter.com/SBH7dCc6yg
- WSDOT Tacoma Traffic (@wsdot_tacoma) December 18, 2017We are aware of an incident involving Amtrak train 501. We will update with additional details as they become available.
- Amtrak (@Amtrak) December 18, 2017