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Amtrak train hits back of semi-truck in Oregon

This photo provided by the Marion County Sheriff's office in Aurora, Ore., shows a damaged semi trailer after a collision with an Amtrak train Monday, Nov. 7, 2016. Authorities say the truck had been forced to stop on the tracks because of heavy traffic. The truck was hauling paper pulp, and 65,000 pounds spilled Monday morning at an intersection in Aurora, 25 miles south of Portland. (AP)
Associated Press

AURORA, Ore. – Authorities say the back of a semi-truck was hit by an Amtrak train in Oregon.

Lt. Chris Baldridge of the Marion County Sheriff’s Office said the collision happened Monday morning in Aurora, 25 miles south of Portland. He said deputies on the scene reported there were no significant injuries.

Photos of the collision show a crumpled back of the truck.

Drivers in that area were being asked to seek alternate routes.