Shocking Video Captures Massive Collision Between Cargo Train and Semi-Truck in Texas

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17/12/2023 23h37

A shocking video has surfaced capturing the breathtaking moment when a cargo train collided with a semi-truck on Sunday morning in Annetta, just west of Dallas and Fort Worth. The dramatic collision, which occurred at around 9am, was captured by a motorist and quickly went viral.

The short four-second clip begins with the semi-truck sitting across the train tracks, moments before the oncoming train slams into it at full speed. The impact of the collision causes the semi-truck to topple over, causing chaos and destruction in its wake.

The footage, shared by a woman on X, shows the motorist filming the incident reacting in disbelief, exclaiming "Oh my God!" as the passenger in the vehicle cries out in shock, uttering "holy s***" while witnessing the catastrophic scene unfold before their eyes.

According to the Parker County Sheriff's Office, the collision took place at FM 5 at Annetta Centerpoint Road, in close proximity to Fort Worth and Dallas. In response to the incident, authorities have closed the road in both directions to ensure public safety.

Fortunately, despite the gravity of the collision, there have been no reported injuries. However, due to the impact, a diesel spillage occurred from the damaged vehicles. In response, fire crews and hazmat teams are currently on the scene, working diligently to contain and clean up the spillage.

The Parker County Sheriff's Office released a statement regarding the incident, ensuring that there is no danger to the public as a result of the collision. They confirmed that besides the diesel fuel and oil spillage, no other chemicals were released or spilled.

The closure of FM 5 at Annetta Centerpoint Road will remain in effect until further notice as authorities conduct investigations into the collision and work to clear the wreckage. Commuters are advised to seek alternative routes to avoid the affected area.

In a stroke of luck, no injuries were reported in this shocking collision, despite the immense damage caused to the vehicles involved. The shocking video has served as a stark reminder of the importance of road and railway safety, urging motorists and pedestrians to remain vigilant at all times.

As the clean-up operations continue, authorities will be investigating the circumstances leading up to this collision, ensuring that all necessary precautions are taken to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.

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