Just when you think your Monday can’t get any worse, somewhere in Harris County, an Amtrak conductor discovered that the universe has a twisted sense of humor—and apparently keeps alligators on standby for maximum comedic timing.
After what was already shaping up to be a less-than-stellar shift involving a train-versus-vehicle collision (spoiler alert: the train won, as trains tend to do), our intrepid railroad employee found himself face-to-face with nature’s own leather-clad welcoming committee. Because nothing says “welcome to Texas” quite like a gaggle of gators checking out the crash scene like scaly insurance adjusters.
Two people were rushed to the hospital following the collision, which is serious business and certainly no laughing matter. But the subsequent alligator encounter? That’s the kind of plot twist that would make even the most seasoned screenwriter say, “Come on, that’s too ridiculous.”
One has to wonder what exactly went through the conductor’s mind during this reptilian meet-and-greet. “Well, I’ve dealt with delayed passengers, broken air conditioning, and now a car collision. Surely nothing else could—OH COME ON, REALLY?”
The alligators, for their part, probably thought they were witnessing the world’s most unusual dinner delivery service. “Did someone order takeout? No? Well, this is awkward.”
While the full details of this prehistoric reception committee remain unclear, one thing’s certain: this conductor now has the kind of work story that will dominate every future dinner party conversation. “You think your job is stressful? Let me tell you about the time I had to negotiate with alligators after a train crash.”
Talk about adding insult to injury—or in this case, adding teeth to inconvenience.
Original story via Reddit Not The Onion