A CSX train carrying automobiles derailed Tuesday afternoon at approximately 4:00 near Lebanon Junction, in Bullitt County.
Six fire departments from Bullitt, Hardin, and Nelson Counties responded to the scene on Collins Hill Road, just north of Lebanon Junction Elementary.
The train, traveling to Florida, derailed two locomotives and 16 railcars, with a few of the railcars catching fire after gas tanks in some of the automobiles exploded. In addition to the locomotives, the train was comprised of 59 loaded railcars.
There were no injuries reported and the train was not carrying hazardous materials.
Officials have not yet determined what caused the derailment.
CSX released the following statement concerning the derailment:
“Just before 4:00 p.m., a CSX train headed south for Florida, derailed two locomotives and several railcars, including a few that have caught fire, near Streble Farm Lane in Lebanon Junction, KY. No injuries or hazardous material releases have been reported. CSX personnel and contractors are responding to the scene and are working closely with the Lebanon Junction Fire Department. The safety of the community and everyone on site is our top priority. The train consisted of 59 loaded railcars carrying automobiles.”
(Photo courtesy of WAVE3.com)
By Ken Howlett, News Director
Contact Ken at ken@k105.com or 270-259-6000
