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train wreck - Klapmuts

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Last weekend, a goods train derailed near my place at Klapmuts Station, could'nt get many pics at the time as we were on the road to Zuurbraak, and there were too many emergency services types milling around. I took a few pics tonight of what is left at the scene, I presume they will cut this lot up and take it away by road.

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No injuries apparently. The load was sugar, coal and furniture. The three locos at the front remained on the rails as did most of the rear wagons.
Unsure as to why it derailed ..............
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Thanks for sharing Paul !!
thank goodness it wasn't parts from Gerson in those containers or eggs! :lol: :lol:
everything looks rather wrecked !
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Jolas, was gonna ask you about that but then realized you were on your way to your pontoon trip.
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Hah hah hah, Jacques, you made me laugh man - no, never send anything from Gerson by rail :lol:

Ja, did'nt have much time to stop there Dave, it was crazy. The emergency guys were busy doing their business and the the locals were also trying to scoop free sugar and all ......................
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I saw this next to the track, on my way to to collect my bus. scary
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