A train more than a mile long blocked several Gulfport crossings Thursday morning after it collided with an 18-wheeler, police said.
Officers are at the accident scene near 33rd Avenue and West Railroad Street, police said.
The 18-wheeler got stuck on the tracks after its driver tried to cross despite a sign that warned of low ground clearance, Gulfport Police Sgt. Jason Ducre said. The accident occurred about 7:20 a.m.
The driver left the truck before the collision and was not injured, Ducre said. No other injuries were reported.
The train is blocking southbound traffic for a mile-and-a-half west of 30th Avenue, Ducre said. Police warned drivers to expect delays.
The train is a mile-and-a-half long.
The 18-wheeler will remain stalled on the tracks until CSX Transportation can investigate the crash, Ducre said.
Police expect delays could last through the morning and asked drivers to avoid the area.
We are currently working an accident involving an 18 wheeler and a train near 33rd Avenue and W Railroad Street. Expect delays as the mile and a half train is blocking several crossings west of 33rd Avenue. Please avoid the area and use an alternate route. pic.twitter.com/It6fy1gu94
— Gulfport Police Dept (@GulfportPolice) July 25, 2024
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