Whitemarsh train derailment: Hazmat crews called in and homes evacuated after rail accident

By Breanne Deppisch

Published July 17, 2023 3:16pm ET

Whitemarsh train derailment: Hazmat crews called in and homes evacuated after rail accident — A freight train carrying hazardous materials derailed Monday morning in Whitemarsh Township, prompting “precautionary” evacuations of nearby homes as officials rushed to assess the damage. According to freight operator CSX, 16 cars on the 40-car freight train derailed, one of which was carrying hazardous materials. CSX also said there is no known hazard to the […]

A freight train carrying hazardous materials derailed Monday morning in Whitemarsh Township, prompting “precautionary” evacuations of nearby homes as officials rushed to assess the damage.

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