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Car Versus Train Accident Near Modale Sunday Night
Missouri Valley Fire Department officials reported on social media, Monday morning, that a car-versus-train accident happened at around 9:37 pm on Sunday, August 13th. No injuries were reported. The crash happened when a car struck a coal train on the north side of the railroad tracks on Harrison County road K-45. The Missouri Valley Fire Department received mutual aid from the Modale Volunteer Fire Department. The Harrison County Sheriff’s Office and Iowa State Patrol assisted at the scene. While no one was hurt, the Missouri Valley Fire Department says the incident “could have been a lot worse. Even with technology, training, and guarding available, accidents like these still occur. Please keep an eye out for trains.” They said it took the train about one-half mile to stop after the collision. Missouri Valley Fire Department reminds you to “Always look for trains at crossings.”
(Photo Courtesy Of The Missouri Valley Fire Department Facebook Page)
