A Norfolk Southern train derailed Thursday in Calhoun County, Alabama, just hours before company CEO Alan Shaw faced lawmakers to answer questions about a February 3 derailment that led to a toxic chemical spill in East Palestine, Ohio,” reported NBC News.
This train derailment is followed with much speculation following the most recent train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, which resulted in the spilling of vinyl chloride and butyl acetate, resulting in extreme air hazards for the people and animals in the East Palestine area.
According to Calhoun County Emergency Management, no injuries or hazardous leaks have been reported following the approximate 20-car derailment.
Norfolk Southern said the train left from Atlanta and was headed to Meridian, Mississippi. A spokesperson said they are working closely with local officials.
It is not yet clear what caused the derailment in Calhoun County. Americans are demanding answers and solutions to recent events.
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