Train Hits Log Truck; Logs Sent Crashing Into Bank

April 7, 2009

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A collision between a train and a log truck sent logs crashing into a Brewton bank Monday morning.

The accident happened in downtown Brewton about 11:15 Monday morning when a loaded log truck attempting to cross over the railroad tracks was hit by a freight train.

The crash sent the truck’s trailer spinning around and over toward the First Exchange Bank.  The load of logs was spilled, sending a log crashing into the lobby just in front of the bank’s teller windows.

There were no injuries reported in the crash.

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Pictured above: A log in the lobby of the First Exchange Bank in Brewton after a Monday morning crash between a truck and a train in the South Alabama town. Pictured below: A look at the truck and train. Submitted photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.

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Comments

3 Responses to “Train Hits Log Truck; Logs Sent Crashing Into Bank”

  1. Rob B. on April 9th, 2009 10:29 pm

    I’ve observed with reasonable consistency that log truck drivers are not among the safest.

  2. Lynn on April 7th, 2009 9:45 am

    Fantastic coverage William!!!!! Unfortunately this is not a rare thing for Brewton and their r/r crossings. I have no idea what makes these truck drivers think they can beat a train. . . . it’s a blessing that no one was hurt. But I bet there were some “shaky” bank employees yesterday afternoon!!

  3. Beegee on April 7th, 2009 8:12 am

    Please keep us informed,as I know you will,as to the “why” of a log truck trying to outrun a train!!!!!

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