San Bernardino train disaster, Train wreck in California
The San Bernardino train disaster is one of the worst train accidents in American history.
It occurred on May 12, 1989, when a freight train derailed and caused significant destruction.
The incident raised questions about railway safety and regulations.
The site is not a tourist destination, but it's remembered in transportation safety discussions.
The crash led to reforms in train braking systems and contributed to the development of the Federal Railroad Administration's risk reduction program.
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