Kentucky Governor Declares State of Emergency After Freight Train Derailment
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On Wednesday, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency after a freight train derailed in Rockcastle County.
At least 15 train cars were involved in the accident, including two sulfur dioxide cars, leading to the spillage of their contents.
According to WKYT, the towns of Livingston and Piney Branch have been evacuated and an emergency Red Cross shelter has been established at an area middle school.
The train is on a CSX line. CSX told us the derailment happened shortly before 2:30 Wednesday afternoon, and at least 15 cars were involved, including two sulfur cars that had been breached and lost some of their contents.
One member of the two-person crew was treated at the scene for minor injuries.
