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Tragedy in Spartanburg-Park Train Derails-at least one child

General Discussion
#1

Heartbreaking…my fam and I have ridden this train many times over. I rode as a child with my folks, then my children with me…

http://www2.wspa.com/news/2011/mar/19/train-overturned-cleveland-park-ar-1601189/

cale

#2

Sad for all involved

Depending on what caused it, that could be the end of this ride, they’ll never be able to get it insured again.

#3

http://www.goupstate.com/article/20110319/ARTICLES/110319692/1083/ARTICLES?Title=Cleveland-Park-train-derails-one-killed-at-least-15-injured

http://www.goupstate.com/apps/pbcsi.dll/bilde?Site=SJ&Date=20110319&Category=ARTICLES&ArtNo=110319692&Ref=AR&Profile=1083&MaxW=600&border=0

#4

Very tragic, especially considering this was something that was supposed to be fun and joyful. I hope it doesn’t put an end to the ride, either. That would be tragic too.

#5

Certainly is a tragedy and let’s hope it doesn’t put an end to the train.

Cale,
Got your message. I wasn’t even aware of the train ride there. I’m glad you and your family were able to enjoy it over the years.
Ralph

#6

Photos of the scene.
Ralph

http://www.wyff4.com/slideshow/news/27249838/detail.html

#7

Looks like it went off the tracks at the only place on the line where the result would be so serious.