Hundreds stuck in disabled Amtrak train for hours in Florida
Share and Follow


More than 140 people were transferred to buses in order to get to their final destination, officials said.

NASSAU COUNTY, Fla — Hundreds of people were stranded on a disabled Amtrak train on Sunday, sending some to the hospital due to heat exhaustion, according to the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office.

Amtrak officials said around 10:30 a.m., Train 41 became disabled and lost head-end power just south of Jesup, Georgia. According to Amtrak’s website, the train stopped due to a “mechanical assessment.” 

The train had first left from Chicago, and the final destination was slated for Miami, with dozens of stops scheduled in between the two cities, the website states.

NCSO and Nassau County Fire Rescue officials responded to the train, which was near the intersection of County Road 121 and Yellow Rose Lane.

The sheriff’s office said a few passengers were taken to a local hospital for heat exhaustion treatment due to a lack of air conditioning inside the train. The remaining passengers were then taken to the Amtrak station in Jacksonville.

Amtrak officials said 147 passengers then boarded buses taking them to their final destination around 3:45 p.m., and 72 people stayed on board the train.

Share and Follow
You May Also Like
Blue city street takeover suspects released after police cruiser torched: officials

Blue city street takeover suspects released after police cruiser torched: officials

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Two men were released…
Tiny dog Frannie's big impact: Donations pour in to help other pups

Little Pup Frannie’s Huge Influence: Donations Flow to Support More Dogs

Four years ago, a tiny dog named Frannie ran into her postman’s…
Toyota recalls nearly 400,000 Tundras and Sequoias over malfunctioning rearview camera

Toyota Issues Recall for Nearly 400,000 Tundras and Sequoias Due to Rearview Camera Issues

WASHINGTON (AP) — Toyota is recalling nearly 400,000 vehicles because the rearview…
Sheryl Lee Ralph talks about starring in ABC's 'Abbott Elementary,' lifetime milestones, and her foundation

Sheryl Lee Ralph discusses her role in ABC’s ‘Abbott Elementary,’ personal achievements, and her charitable foundation

NEW YORK — Sheryl Lee Ralph makes us laugh every Wednesday on…
Trump tells families of Israeli hostages are 'all coming home Monday'

Trump Assures Israeli Hostage Families of Their Monday Return Home

Donald Trump told the families of Israeli hostages taken by Hamas that…
Police warn of legal consequences of AI 'home invasion' trend

Police Caution Against Legal Risks of AI-Driven ‘Home Invasion’ Trend

AUSTIN (KXAN) Police in Texas have warned parents and teens about a…
‘All’s Fair,’ starring Kim Kardashian, release date announced

Release Date Revealed for Kim Kardashian’s New Film ‘All’s Fair’

Hulu’s new legal drama follows a team of divorce attorneys as they…
Who is Jonathan Rinderknecht, Palisades Fire suspect accused of sparking deadly blaze?

Who is Jonathan Rinderknecht, Palisades Fire suspect accused of sparking deadly blaze?

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Authorities have arrested 29-year-old…