Train Vs Semi Across from Lake Parker East Lakeland -

UPDATE https://lakelandgazette.info/news/2023/07/15/update-amtrak-train-in-lakeland-derails-after-crashing-into-semi-truck-hauling-cars/

UPDATE 8:30 pm

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO), Lakeland Police Department (LPD), and the Lakeland Fire Rescue (LFR) are responding to an accident between Semi-truck hauling cars and a train at Lake Parker at Memorial Blvd on Friday.

PCSO said an Amtrak train was partially taken off the tracks; however, at this time, only minor injuries have been reported.

All eastbound lanes of Memorial Boulevard are shutdown at this time. Drivers should avoid the area.

According to authorities, 175 people on the train, including the crew, have been asked to evacuate.

7:45 pm ………………..

Semi-carrying cars got stuck on train tracks. Polk County Sheriff, Lakeland Police, Polk Fire, and Lakeland Fire are on the scene. Amtrak engine off the rails. 92 East and 92 West both SHUT DOWN from FAIRWAY AVE TO CANAL DR.

3 (possibly 4) patients were transported to the hospital. Diesel spill being addressed.