Brightline Train Collides with Fire Truck in Florida, Injuring 15

The crash in Delray Beach left three firefighters and 12 passengers hospitalized as investigators examine the circumstances.

The collision occurred on Saturday morning at 10:45 a.m. near East Atlantic Avenue and Railroad Avenue in Delray Beach, Florida.
Three firefighters were hospitalized, with two initially in serious condition but now stable, while 12 train passengers sustained minor injuries.
Preliminary reports and video suggest the fire truck maneuvered around lowered crossing gates after waiting for another train to pass.
Brightline, Delray Beach Police, and the National Transportation Safety Board are leading investigations into the cause of the crash.
Brightline trains have faced scrutiny for safety concerns, with over 100 fatalities since operations began in 2017, though most were unrelated to train fault.