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.

My thoughts and prayers are with everyone involved in the train accident in DuPont, Washington. Thank you to all of our wonderful First Responders who are on the scene. We are currently monitoring here at the White House.

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) 18 de diciembre de 2017

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