Train stops near Spencer for possible mechanical issue, Spencer NC
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Fire & ArsonAs discussed during the dispatch call, a train traveling near Norfolk Southern in Spencer, North Carolina stopped after the crew noticed possible smoke coming from behind one of the passenger coaches. The crew suspected a mechanical issue and paused to inspect and determine the cause. No injuries or confirmed fire were mentioned.
Audio|Heard on: Norfolk Southern Railroad - Historic Spencer Shops
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Transcript:
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Amtrak 76, 72?
00:03
Yeah, we're all stopped at milepost 337 on number two track having some mechanical issues.
00:09
Got smoke coming behind one of the passenger coaches losing air.
00:14
So we've come to a stop working in.
00:16
In fact, we'll give you a call and let you know what we find.
00:23
Stop at three.
00:25
Three three seven, smoke coming from behind one of the coaches you said over?
00:31
From behind one of the coaches, I can't really tell from the head end yet.
00:35
I'm gonna walk back and inspect.
00:39
Okay, copy that.
00:40
Thank you.
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Location mentioned:
Norfolk Southern, Spencer, NC
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