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Semi collides with Amtrak train in Florida

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Semi collides with Amtrak train in Florida
Authorities say no one was hurt in Florida on Thursday morning when a semi truck creshed with an Amtrak train. (Courtesy of the MCSO)

Authorities in Martin Count, Fla. say no one was hurt after a fiery crash between an Amtrak train and a semi truck on Thursday morning.

According to a social media post, the collision occurred at SW Warfield and SW Amaryillis in Indiantown.

The train was carrying 72 passengers and 14 crew members.

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Bruce Guthrie is an award-winning journalist who has lived in three states including Arkansas, Missouri and Georgia. During his nearly 20-year career, Bruce has served as managing editor and sports editor for numerous publications. He and his wife, Dana, who is also a journalist, are based in Carrollton, Georgia.
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