State of emergency declared in Kentucky after chemical train derails
Source: https://www.wsws.org/, November 27, 2023
By: George Marlowe
On Wednesday, a CSX train derailed in Rockcastle County in Kentucky. According to CSX, the 15-car derailment took place in the area between Mullins Station and Livingston, causing a chemical spill. Two cars carrying sulfur were part of the breach and one person was injured.
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency, with a half-mile evacuation zone implemented. More than a dozen homes have been impacted by the train derailment, with the police calling on residents to evacuate. CSX claims it will provide residents with hotel vouchers and food. Read more.