Samatters Radio

In this episode, Dr. Gasaway interviews Vince Mulray, retired Philadelphia Deputy Chief, discussing the 2015 derailment of Amtrak Train #188 traveling from Washington DC to New York City.   On May 12, 2015, at approximately 9:20pm, Amtrak Train #188 traveling from Washington D.C. to New York City derailed and crashed on the Frankford Junction curve on Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor.  All seven cars and the electric locomotive left the tracks.  The derailment and crash resulted in 8 deaths and over 200 passengers injured.         This incident required the rescue, extrication, treatment and transportation of over 200 passengers.  The derailment and crash involved 7 passenger cars and one electric engine (#601) on Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor at the Frankford Junction curve.  Amtrak estimated that this accident would cost taxpayers approximately 9.2 million dollars.  Initial responding companies remained on scene for one operational period.  Fire Department assistance was required for approximately 5 days until ser