Multiple fatalities reported after Amtrak train derails in Washington

The train derailed when it was making the first-ever run along a new route between Seattle and Portland when it fell crossing a bridge over the Interstate 5, near the city of Tacoma. 85 people were aboard, including 78 passengers and 7 members of the crew. At least 6 people lost their lives in the incident. Some of the train's cars fell over the road, causing injuries to several motorists. The injured have been transported to various hospitals in the area.

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The authorities are still trying to figure out the causes of the accident, which took place in a new bypass created to avoid a slow curve. It was the first time this new route was crossed. The track corridor was supposed to make the trip more reliable, reducing the length of the journey by 10 minutes. 

President Trump has expressed in twitter his condolences after the accident.

The freeway will remain closed for most of today, until the area is completely cleared and safe.