Mer Rouge Train Derailment 12 Years Later
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On October 5th, 2014, a massive train derailment occurred in Mer Rouge, Louisiana, after a freight train struck an 18-wheeler semi-truck stuck on the tracks.
In this video, we cover the full story behind the incident, the locomotives involved, the dramatic bystander footage captured at the scene, and the disastrous aftermath.
đź”— Featured Video:
Watch the Mer Rouge Train Derailment: Train Wreck In Mer Rouge, LA 10 05 14720P
Key Highlights:
🚆 Locomotives & Cargo: Lead locomotive Norfolk Southern 9939 (a 9-unit setup) followed by Southern Pacific 6387 (retaining its classic 1990s SP livery, formerly #341). Cargo included grain cars hauling sand and black/white chemical tanker cars.
🎥 The Crash: Caught on camera by a woman recording from her car as the disaster unfolded.
âš The Aftermath & Evacuation: Hazardous chemicals leaked from damaged tanker cars, leading to a local evacuation until the site was declared safe.
đź’Ą Losses & Cleanup: The truck company was deemed responsible for all the messes and clean up. The truck involved was a total loss, and sadly, NS 9939 was damaged beyond repair and had to be scrapped.
Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction & Train Setup (NS 9939 & SP 6387)
0:15 - Bystander Footage Begins
0:25 - Mer Rouge Train Derailment Footage
1:00 - Chemical Spill, Evacuation & Responsibilities
1:40 - Safety Message & Outro
⚠️ Safety Reminder:
Remember guys: Trains Always Beat Vehicles! Always exercise caution around railroad crossings and never stop on the tracks.
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#TrainCrash #MerRouge #TrainDerailment #NorfolkSouthern #SouthernPacific #Railfan #RailroadSafety #TrainsAlwaysBeatVehicles
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Mer Rouge Train Derailment 12 Years Later
zayn's and qaiis's vacuums cars and more
142 views
On October 5th, 2014, a massive train derailment occurred in Mer Rouge, Louisiana, after a freight train struck an 18-wheeler semi-truck stuck on the tracks.
In this video, we cover the full story behind the incident, the locomotives involved, the dramatic bystander footage captured at the scene, and the disastrous aftermath.
đź”— Featured Video:
Watch the Mer Rouge Train Derailment: Train Wreck In Mer Rouge, LA 10 05 14720P
Key Highlights:
🚆 Locomotives & Cargo: Lead locomotive Norfolk Southern 9939 (a 9-unit setup) followed by Southern Pacific 6387 (retaining its classic 1990s SP livery, formerly #341). Cargo included grain cars hauling sand and black/white chemical tanker cars.
🎥 The Crash: Caught on camera by a woman recording from her car as the disaster unfolded.
âš The Aftermath & Evacuation: Hazardous chemicals leaked from damaged tanker cars, leading to a local evacuation until the site was declared safe.
đź’Ą Losses & Cleanup: The truck company was deemed responsible for all the messes and clean up. The truck involved was a total loss, and sadly, NS 9939 was damaged beyond repair and had to be scrapped.
Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction & Train Setup (NS 9939 & SP 6387)
0:15 - Bystander Footage Begins
0:25 - Mer Rouge Train Derailment Footage
1:00 - Chemical Spill, Evacuation & Responsibilities
1:40 - Safety Message & Outro
⚠️ Safety Reminder:
Remember guys: Trains Always Beat Vehicles! Always exercise caution around railroad crossings and never stop on the tracks.
đź“Ś Don't forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more train history and railfan content!
#TrainCrash #MerRouge #TrainDerailment #NorfolkSouthern #SouthernPacific #Railfan #RailroadSafety #TrainsAlwaysBeatVehicles