Train Derails in Tennessee, Spilling Cargo and Taking out Buildings
A train has derailed in Sumner County, Tennessee, spilling cargo and taking out buildings in its path.
Crews were still cleaning up Aug. 17, after 17 cars ran off the track.
Hendersonville, Tenn. Fire Department Chief Jamie Steele says that if there has to be a train derailment “this is the type to have.” Most of the cars that derailed were carrying automobiles.
Steele says there was only minor risk of hazardous materials being spilled.
___
Information from: WSMV-TV, http://www.wsmv.com/
Copyright 2024 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
Popular Today
- PE Firm Cornell Sued Over $345 Million Instant Brands Dividend
- Survey: Majority of P/C Insurance Decision makers Say Industry Will Be Powered by AI in Future
- US High Court Declines Appeal, Upholds Coverage Ruling on Treated Wood
- T-Mobile’s Network Breached as Part of Chinese Hacking Operation
Popular This Month