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Well they stated that 78 killed so far and 440 injured. That is just about everyone on that train. <br /> <br />I have kept quiet on the wreck because I have very strong feelings about a kiddie 23 year old being allowed such a important job and failing to follow the laws, physics and safety. <br /> <br />Too much reminder of some drivers at that age (Myself included) who were hell on wheels at over 100 mph. <br /> <br />They said that this young engineer has overshot a platform once because of excessive speed and was warned about it. And passengers stated that he again overshot a platform that day before the wreck. Even the train crew (Stewards etc) stated the train was rolling a bit faster than usual. If THEY noticed the speed then the kid hogger ...*ahem Piglet (Forgive me Bergie) was really stoking the coal on that run. <br /> <br />I am sorry that the train was running late, but speed is NOT the answer. The engineer foolishly tried to make up the lost time and lost the train and many people aboard. <br /> <br />There is NO shortcut to being already late that is worth the damage, loss of life and equiptment. <br /> <br />My prayers to the survivors and those who have lost kin or friends. <br /> <br />Better late and safe than fast and dead or worse.
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