The Unstoppable 777 Train, released in 2010, is a gripping action thriller that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats from start to finish. Directed by Tony Scott and starring Denzel Washington and Chris Pine, the film follows the harrowing tale of a runaway train and the desperate efforts to stop its deadly path.
A veteran engineer, Frank Barnes (Washington), and a young conductor, Will Colson (Pine), find themselves in a race against time when they discover that a runaway train filled with toxic chemicals is barreling towards a heavily populated area. With no way to contact the runaway train's engineer, they must board the locomotive and manually bring it to a halt.
The film is loosely based on the CSX 8888 runaway train incident, which occurred in 2001. A CSX train with 47 cars (including five carrying hazardous materials) rolled driverless for over two hours through Ohio. Fortunately, the train was eventually stopped before it reached a populated area.
Unstoppable 777 received mixed reviews from critics, but was a commercial success. It grossed over $167 million worldwide against a production budget of $100 million.
Year | Number of Incidents |
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2010 | 11 |
2011 | 9 |
2012 | 10 |
2013 | 12 |
2014 | 14 |
2015 | 13 |
2016 | 15 |
2017 | 14 |
2018 | 13 |
2019 | 12 |
2020 | 11 |
Source: Federal Railroad Administration
Type of Material | Volume Transported (millions of tons) |
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Petroleum | 230 |
Chemicals | 120 |
Coal | 110 |
Agricultural products | 90 |
Other | 60 |
Source: Association of American Railroads
Tip | Description |
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Proper Brake Maintenance: Ensure that all brakes are in good working order. | |
Adequate Train Crew: Provide sufficient train crews to manage operations safely. | |
Positive Train Control: Implement systems that automatically stop trains in the event of an emergency. | |
Runaway Prevention Devices: Install devices that prevent trains from rolling away if unattended. | |
Training and Education: Provide comprehensive training and education to railroad employees. |
Unstoppable 777 raises awareness about the potential dangers of runaway trains and the challenges that railway workers face in ensuring the safety of the public. The film also highlights the importance of technology and training in preventing such disasters.
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