Amtrak train derails in Montana, leaving at least 3 dead: report
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At least three Amtrak passengers were killed and dozens more injured in Montana on Friday when their train derailed, according to reports.
Amtrak was working with local authorities to "transport injured passengers" and "safely evacuate all other passengers," Amtrak spokesman Jason Abrams said in statement to Fox News.
The statement read:
"At approximately 4 p.m. MT, Empire Builder train 7/27 derailed five cars near Joplin, Montana. There are approximately 147 passengers and 13 crew members on board with injuries reported. Amtrak is working with the local authorities to transport injured passengers and safely evacuate all other passengers. Additional details will be provided as available."
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