DELRAY BEACH, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2025 MetroDesk Media, LLC) — The Delray Beach Fire Chief Tuesday issued a statement regarding Saturday’s crash involving a Delray Beach Fire Truck and a Brightline Train. We are publishing the statement from Delray Beach Fire Chief Ronald Martin:
“On behalf of Delray Beach Fire Rescue, our thoughts are with the passengers, Brightline team members, and everyone affected by this incident. We are thankful there were no fatalities and remain committed to working diligently to implement improvements to prevent future incidents.
Delray Beach Fire Rescue leadership is fully cooperating with investigators from the Delray Beach Police Department, Brightline, and the National Transportation Safety Board as they work to determine the facts surrounding this event.
This crash is a sobering reminder that emergency responders must always balance the urgency inherent in their work with caution, ensuring that the safety of our community remains our guiding principle.
I want to express my deepest gratitude to all those who rushed to assist and care for our injured firefighters. Their selfless and heroic actions were truly remarkable. I would also like to thank Palm Beach County Fire Rescue, who transported passengers from the train to local hospitals.
Delray Beach Fire Rescue remains steadfast in our commitment to serving and protecting our community with professionalism, resilience, and care.
As Fire Chief, I pledge to ensure that this incident becomes a turning point—a moment from which we will learn and grow. The safety, well-being, and trust of our community will remain at the heart of every decision I make. Together, we will strengthen our commitment to excellence and ensure that such incidents are prevented in the future.”
