Wreckage from Super Chief train and mail train collision in New Mexico

A train crash occurred south of Springer, New Mexico, due to a switching error, causing the Santa Fe chief to collide with a parked mail train. The crash resulted in 20 fatalities, all railway employees, and 35 injuries. Rescue efforts continued for over 15 hours, with six of the chief's 13 cars derailed. The incident was attributed to human error.

What was the cause of the train crash near Springer, New Mexico?

• A mechanical failure

• A collision with another vehicle

• A switching error

• Bad weather conditions

How many passengers were on the Santa Fe chief train during the crash?

• 200

• 400

• 312

• 150

Who were the victims of the crash?

• Railway employees

• Passengers

• Local residents

• Rescue workers

What was the estimated speed of the train when it swerved into the siding?

• 40 to 45 miles an hour

• 50 to 55 miles an hour

• 30 to 35 miles an hour

• 20 to 25 miles an hour

How many train cars were derailed or overturned in the crash?

• 13

• 3

• 6

• 9