The CSX Santa Train is an Appalachian tradition in its 83rd year. The community hard-hit by Helene came together for some Christmas cheer.

The Santa Train marks its 82nd running this year, bringing presents and joy to small towns along a 110-mile portion of the CSX rail line tucked into remote coal-country river valleys.

The 82nd run of the CSX Santa Train is happening today! The train will embark on its traditional 1943 path, the 110-mile journey from Shelbiana, Ky. to Kingsport, Tenn., spreads holiday cheer ...

Loaded with gifts packed by its Jacksonville employees, the CSX Santa Train and CEO Joe Hinrichs delivered joy in Kentucky, Tennessee and Virginia.

According to CSX, the train crashed into the car at the Evans Street and Old Slag Road crossing in Vonore.