A freight train derailed in eastern Pennsylvania on Monday morning, triggering precautionary evacuations from homes and businesses in the area.
The 40-car CSX freight train derailed in Whitemarsh Township just north of Philadelphia at about 4:50 am. About 15 to 20 cars were bumped off the tracks, according to helicopter footage.
So far, there are no reports of hazardous materials leaking from the train cars, and there are no reported injuries.
“As of now, the only thing that is leaking from any of the rail cars involved is silicone pellets, which pose no risk to the community,” Whitemarsh Township police said.
