Train strikes tree near Shippensburg causing track closure, Shippensburg PA
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As discussed during the dispatch call, a train struck a tree on the main track near Shippensburg, causing a track closure. Crews are discussing clearing the tree and rerouting trains.
Audio|Heard on: Norfolk Southern - Lurgan Branch
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00:18
Transcript:
00:00
Said that 15T hit a tree on the Main 2 just east of CP Ship.
00:05
You guys are going to be on the main one.
00:07
I need to let me know that tree is still on the tracks, over?
00:11
All right, 50 feet at sea on a ship on Main 2 and we're gonna be on main 1, I'll look at now,
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Location mentioned:
Shippensburg, PA 17257
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