A freight train carrying hazardous materials has derailed close to a small US town, leading authorities to advise residents to take shelter. The incident occurred in Bensalem, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, around 2:20 pm on Tuesday, resulting in the deployment of a hazmat team to the crash site.
Reports indicate that two of the derailed train cars are transporting hazardous substances, including one containing a flammable isopropanol solution. Local news sources have confirmed that the derailment involved a total of forty train cars.
Bensalem Public Safety Director William McVey stated that there have been no reported injuries so far but cautioned about the potential presence of hazardous materials on the train. The cause of the derailment remains unknown at this time.
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