CSX Train and Semitruck Carrying Artillery Vehicle Collide in Goose Creek

What Happened?

On Tuesday, June 28, 2023, at approximately 10:15 a.m., a CSX train and a semitruck carrying an artillery vehicle collided at the intersection of Redbank Road and Old Moncks Corner Road in Goose Creek, South Carolina. The impact caused the semitruck to overturn, and the artillery vehicle fell onto the roadway.

There were no reported injuries. However, the collision caused significant damage to the train and the semitruck. The train was carrying several cars of hazardous materials, but there were no leaks or spills.

What Caused the Collision?

The cause of the collision is still under investigation. However, witnesses reported that the semitruck was traveling at a high rate of speed when it ran a red light and struck the train.

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating the collision. The NTSB is an independent federal agency that investigates transportation accidents. The NTSB will determine the probable cause of the collision and make recommendations to prevent similar accidents from happening in the future.

What is the Impact of the Collision?

The collision has caused significant traffic delays in the area. Redbank Road and Old Moncks Corner Road are closed to traffic while crews work to clear the scene.

The collision has also raised concerns about the safety of transporting hazardous materials by rail. The train was carrying several cars of chlorine, which is a toxic gas. If the chlorine had been released, it could have caused serious injuries or even death.

What is the Next Step?

The NTSB is continuing to investigate the collision. The NTSB will determine the probable cause of the collision and make recommendations to prevent similar accidents from happening in the future.

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is also investigating the collision. The FRA is a federal agency that regulates railroads. The FRA will work with the NTSB to determine the cause of the collision and take appropriate enforcement action.