NEWS
Sunset area man killed in train/pickup accident
A Sunset area man was killed when the pickup he was driving was struck by a train Saturday afternoon.
Jack Lawson, chief deputy of the Montague County Sheriff’s office, said deputies investigated since the accident occurred on a private railroad crossing.
The crash occurred at 1 p.m. on April 25 at 1033 Spur 511 near Sunset. Lawson said Burlington Northern train was traveling south on the track when the operator said he saw the pickup driver attempt to speed up to make it over the crossing, but the train struck the pickup.
Garry Wise, who lives at 752 Spur 511, was killed in the crash. Justice of the Peace David Allen pronounced the death, but also sent the body to the Dallas County Medical Examiner’s office for autopsy.
A BOIL WATER NOTICE remains in effect for City of Bowie, TX water customers along Highway 81 from Parker Road to Old Bowie Lake. Affected customers should use bottled or boiled water for drinking, cooking, or brushing teeth. Results of water testing should be available shortly after noon today. If the testing is good, the BOIL WATER NOTICE may be lifted shortly thereafter
A boil water order was implemented Monday afternoon for the area served at U.S. Highway 81 from Parker Drive to Old Bowie Lake as water line repairs were made. The order remains in place today. If you are affected by this order and need bottled water call 940-977-4941.
City of Bowie officials report Montague County, TX will be under an ELEVATED FIRE THREAT today. Please be careful. Hear Audio Alert:https://hrpow.us/H9U9gWU
A heat advisory also continues until 8 p.m. tonight. Remember to check on pets and older neighbors. Stay safe.
Photo of a previous grass fire, Bowie News file photo.
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