02-01-2015 21:50 via kerngoldenempire.com

No injuries in train vs semi truck collision

BAKERSFIELD, CA - A collision involving a train and a semi truck in Shafter today did not result in any injuries, but it did cause some delays.

The crash happened at Poplar Avenue near Highway 43.
According to the California Highway Patrol, there were no injuries and the cargo trailer was empty.
No word yet what caused the crash.
An Amtrak representative said its 713 train, the San Joaquin, is waiting in Wasco for clearance to continue its trip to Oakland.
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