On February 9, ten cargo train cars carrying plastic pellets and cooking oil derailed in upstate New York, with two falling into the Hoosic River, but no injuries or hazardous material leaks were reported.

On February 9th, ten cars of a cargo train carrying plastic pellets and cooking oil derailed in upstate New York, resulting in two cars falling into the Hoosic River. No injuries were reported, and there were no hazardous materials involved. One car was leaking a small amount of cooking oil, while another leaked a small amount of plastic resin. It occurred about 10:15 pm on Wednesday in Rensselaer County, in the village of Valley Falls. Berkshire & Eastern Railroad, which operated the train, confirmed these details early on Thursday.

February 08, 2024
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