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Post by 123Diva on Jun 22, 2009 17:24:55 GMT -5
I hope all the OOAers are okay  WASHINGTON, D.C. (AP) -- At least two people have been killed in a Washington D.C Metro train collision near district's Maryland border during today's rush hour commute. Metro officials say a six-car train has collided with another train and derailed near the Washington, D.C., and Maryland border. Spokeswoman Taryn McNeil says the collision happened about 5 p.m. Monday between the Fort Totten and Takoma Park stations on Metro's red line. Officials did not immediately release information on injuries. Emergency officials are on the scene. Pic from Twitter.
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Post by DamieQue™ on Jun 22, 2009 18:46:11 GMT -5
I'm trying to track down folks from the board who work in around the city. Hopefully some of them will come in here and posts. Though I don't think he takes the metro I'm gonna try to check on VP. The only one I know about right now is Priss, and she was near the accident when it happened but not in it. Still checking for Leja and Sapphy as we speak.
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Post by Mrs. Eyes on Jun 22, 2009 18:54:11 GMT -5
Good ish Damie!
Keep us posted!
Those who were in the tragedy, or those who know of people involved, my heart and prayers are with them.
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Post by No Screen Name on Jun 22, 2009 19:38:26 GMT -5
When I heard about this, I was worried. I pray everybody is okay. Come back and post when you find out about the others, Damie. |
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Post by 123Diva on Jun 22, 2009 20:30:18 GMT -5
6 confirmed dead. Please keep everyone involved in your prayers.
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Post by THE emPRISS on Jun 22, 2009 20:47:36 GMT -5
Hey All...
Dame thanx for texting me. Yes, Im ok. I was missed my train and was on the train directly behind it. I was in the middle car so I was in the dark for a minute. They finally told us what was going on after about 30 mins. It was very scary and disheartening to hear folks grumbling even AFTER they found out there was a collision. I shed a few tears, mainly at the complete disregard for human life. (tearing up now)
I dont even normally take the red line but my car was being serviced and i had to catch the red to get it. God is good. Pray for those we lost and their families. It is a serious tragedy. I usually take the green and Im always in the first car going to work and the last car going home. I wont be riding in the first or last cars anymore.
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Post by Cambist on Jun 22, 2009 20:51:17 GMT -5
Glad to hear you're ok! I am with you...the inhumanity and selfishness is ubiquitous in our society. Don't let it get you down.
(((HUGS)))
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Post by No Screen Name on Jun 22, 2009 21:04:18 GMT -5
Priss, I thank GOD you are safe! Has anyone talked to Sapphy yet?
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Post by THE emPRISS on Jun 22, 2009 21:17:36 GMT -5
Ill call her now but she lives in VA. I doubt she was on the train.
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Post by THE emPRISS on Jun 22, 2009 21:18:54 GMT -5
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Post by coldfront06 on Jun 23, 2009 4:00:31 GMT -5
This is sad...glad you all are ok
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Post by 123Diva on Jun 23, 2009 4:12:02 GMT -5
Fatalities are up to 9, and they think that number might increase  Also, 6 people are critical. |
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Post by kingdelta on Jun 23, 2009 8:44:02 GMT -5
Glad you are okay Priss!
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Post by LogAKAlly <3'n Keef on Jun 23, 2009 8:49:14 GMT -5
Hey All... Dame thanx for texting me. Yes, Im ok. I was missed my train and was on the train directly behind it. I was in the middle car so I was in the dark for a minute. They finally told us what was going on after about 30 mins. It was very scary and disheartening to hear folks grumbling even AFTER they found out there was a collision. I shed a few tears, mainly at the complete disregard for human life. (tearing up now) I dont even normally take the red line but my car was being serviced and i had to catch the red to get it. God is good. Pray for those we lost and their families. It is a serious tragedy. I usually take the green and Im always in the first car going to work and the last car going home. I wont be riding in the first or last cars anymore. OMG!!! I am at a lost for words - I am SOOOO grateful you are ok. I'm just literally stunned. |
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Post by nsync on Jun 23, 2009 8:54:27 GMT -5
Thank God! I hope all are okay. Hey All... Dame thanx for texting me. Yes, Im ok. I was missed my train and was on the train directly behind it. I was in the middle car so I was in the dark for a minute. They finally told us what was going on after about 30 mins. It was very scary and disheartening to hear folks grumbling even AFTER they found out there was a collision. I shed a few tears, mainly at the complete disregard for human life. (tearing up now) I dont even normally take the red line but my car was being serviced and i had to catch the red to get it. God is good. Pray for those we lost and their families. It is a serious tragedy. I usually take the green and Im always in the first car going to work and the last car going home. I wont be riding in the first or last cars anymore. |
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Post by LejaOMG on Jun 23, 2009 10:12:41 GMT -5
Where's Happy?
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Post by Bunny Hop on Jun 23, 2009 10:18:37 GMT -5
This is just so sad
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Post by 123Diva on Jun 23, 2009 10:23:54 GMT -5
Maybe someone should make a list of OOA people, and then decide who contacts them to make sure they're okay.
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Post by BKupInHere on Jun 23, 2009 11:24:34 GMT -5
That was a serious close call Priss! Thank God for his intervention.
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Post by THE emPRISS on Jun 23, 2009 12:22:55 GMT -5
Fatalities are up to 9, and they think that number might increase Also, 6 people are critical. Yea its sad...they are still working on it and the trains havent been removed. There is still no service b/n Silver Spring and Fort Totten Stations. |
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Post by THE emPRISS on Jun 23, 2009 12:26:22 GMT -5
Maybe someone should make a list of OOA people, and then decide who contacts them to make sure they're okay. Of those I know: DMV folk: Me Damie Melo Sapphy Happy Search I think Melo and I are the only that train it and Melo is fine. Damie drives and Happy lives in the cut so Im pretty sure he drives, Ill see if I can hit him. I think Search updated his FB page recently so I think he's ok. One of my AKA sands lost a close family friend in the crash. |
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Post by 123Diva on Jun 23, 2009 18:38:24 GMT -5
Maybe someone should make a list of OOA people, and then decide who contacts them to make sure they're okay. Of those I know: DMV folk: Me Damie Melo Sapphy Happy Search I think Melo and I are the only that train it and Melo is fine. Damie drives and Happy lives in the cut so Im pretty sure he drives, Ill see if I can hit him. I think Search updated his FB page recently so I think he's ok. One of my AKA sands lost a close family friend in the crash. I'm sorry to hear that Priss |
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Post by DamieQue™ on Jun 23, 2009 20:22:35 GMT -5
Maybe someone should make a list of OOA people, and then decide who contacts them to make sure they're okay. Of those I know: DMV folk: Me Damie Melo Sapphy Happy Search I think Melo and I are the only that train it and Melo is fine. Damie drives and Happy lives in the cut so Im pretty sure he drives, Ill see if I can hit him. I think Search updated his FB page recently so I think he's ok. One of my AKA sands lost a close family friend in the crash. |
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Post by Vudu_Prince on Jun 23, 2009 22:56:38 GMT -5
Thanx for the concern team. I was actually driving back from the A when this happened. Just wow man but it could have been worse
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