DC Metro train strikes another in rail yard, injuring 2 employees, causing minor damage
By APThursday, August 27, 2009
Train strikes another in DC Metro rail yard
WASHINGTON — Officials with Washington’s Metro transit system say two employees have been injured after a rail car struck another train in the West Falls Church rail yard.
Metro officials said Thursday that a train traveling at a low speed unintentionally hit a stationary train about 6 p.m. Wednesday. The two unidentified workers’ injuries are non life-threatening.
Spokeswoman Angela Gates says the damage to the rail cars is minor.
She says the injured employees will receive alcohol and drug tests, which is standard procedure.
Metro is investigating.
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