SandTEngineer
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« on: January 28, 2019, 14:26:41 » |
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Reports coming in of a derailment at Penryn on the Truro-Falmouth branch. https://www.cornwalllive.com/news/cornwall-news/live-updates-train-derails-between-2477550The train line between Falmouth and Truro has been blocked after a train derailed. The incident happened at Penryn station at around 12.50pm. The train affected is the 12.53 service to Truro from Falmouth. The line has been completely blocked by the train that is now sitting between the two tracks. It is unknown at this stage how long it will take to rectify and when the line will reopen. Interesting photograph of Penryn in that report.....
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« Reply #1 on: January 28, 2019, 14:35:08 » |
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Is this what is known as the Penryn Problem?
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« Reply #2 on: January 28, 2019, 14:38:55 » |
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Is there still a Bruff re-railer at Laira? And if so, is it on its way?
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« Reply #3 on: January 28, 2019, 15:07:42 » |
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SandTEngineer
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« Reply #4 on: January 28, 2019, 15:20:34 » |
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Going to be an interesting inquiry. Looks as though its come off on the single to loop points. Its all our (my) fault for discussing the Penryn solution elsewhere on here
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« Reply #5 on: January 28, 2019, 16:36:34 » |
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Going to be an interesting inquiry. Looks as though its come off on the single to loop points. Its all our (my) fault for discussing the Penryn solution elsewhere on here No need for an enquiry; it is very clear that the driver did not steer left when he should of.
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« Reply #6 on: January 28, 2019, 17:14:23 » |
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Far from it. I'm sure he "bravely battled to control his loco", as was reported some years ago, and "wrestled desperately" to keep it on the rails. https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/hero-at-100mph-1632744It's quite something to think that is nearly 12 years ago now, and it remains the last fatality due to a crash on the railway (Network Rail that is.)
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« Reply #7 on: January 28, 2019, 17:49:05 » |
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No need for an enquiry; it is very clear that the driver did not steer left when he should of. The 'wink' smiley is for both the 'steering' comment and the 'should of' I hope. Otherwise, you'll have to prostrate yourself at the alter of grammar.
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« Reply #8 on: January 28, 2019, 18:20:00 » |
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or the altar of grammar even.
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« Reply #9 on: January 28, 2019, 18:41:59 » |
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or the altar of grammar even. Oh blige. Not deliberate either. I'm usually so careful not to mistype when pointing out the errors of others. My petard is suitably hoisted.
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"Build a man a fire and he'll be warm for the rest of the day. Set a man on fire and he'll be warm for the rest of his life."
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« Reply #10 on: January 28, 2019, 19:12:23 » |
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Going to be an interesting inquiry. Looks as though its come off on the single to loop points. Its all our (my) fault for discussing the Penryn solution elsewhere on here No need for an enquiry; it is very clear that the driver did not steer left when he should of. Should have steered right.. Falmouth to Truro stays next to the platform. Truro to Falmouth then pass around on the loop. Obviously this is 150234 making a bid for freedom....
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« Reply #11 on: January 29, 2019, 07:57:20 » |
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The 'wink' smiley is for both the 'steering' comment and the 'should of' I hope.
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« Reply #12 on: January 29, 2019, 09:14:26 » |
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The points must have been damaged as only one train an hour in each direction running today (Tuesday 29 January).
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« Reply #13 on: January 29, 2019, 10:35:37 » |
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I didn't get where I am today without knowing how to avoid a homonym when I wish too... You are Dispatch Box, and I claim my £5.
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« Reply #14 on: January 29, 2019, 10:50:37 » |
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I still smile at his explanation that he was taught "should of" at school. Really? Should of gone to a better school then.
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