Four crew members aboard the Cape Flyer train were honored after guiding the damaged train safely back to station following a tree strike during a violent July 3 storm. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

MBTA Honors Crew for Heroic Cape Flyer Train Response
Photo – Keolis Commuter Services

Crew Acted Swiftly to Protect Cape Flyer Train Passengers

The Boston-bound Cape Flyer train struck a fallen tree in Wareham at 11:15 p.m. amid powerful winds and heavy rain. Despite substantial damage to the locomotive, the operators quickly assessed the situation and made the call to reverse the train back to Wareham Station. Their fast response ensured no passengers or crew suffered injuries.

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Vincent Colombo, John Folan, Brandon Quaranto, and Kyle Smith led the operation. They remained calm and professional under pressure, acting in line with emergency protocols and keeping communication open throughout the incident.

MBTA and Keolis Commend Cape Flyer Train Team

MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services recognized the crew at a board meeting last week, presenting each member with a formal certificate of appreciation. Keolis CEO Abdellah Chajai praised their actions, saying the team demonstrated exceptional professionalism and embodied the company’s strong safety values.

He noted that the event highlighted how vital experience and composure are during emergencies. The safe handling of the situation validated Keolis’ commitment to high training standards for frontline workers.

MBTA continues to invest in infrastructure upgrades and crew preparedness to strengthen safety throughout its commuter network. Severe weather incidents like this show how essential it is to have well-trained staff ready to respond immediately.

The July 3 response stands as a testament to effective teamwork, disciplined protocol execution, and a shared commitment to passenger safety. Recognizing such efforts helps elevate the visibility of transit workers who serve on the front lines every day.

Source: www.progressiverailroading.com

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