JUST IN: NTSB and BNSF are investigating a derailment involving a train that was reportedly carrying hazardous materials, according to officials with the Mohave County Sheriff's Office.
The derailment, according to officials with the Mohave County Sheriff's Office, happened near the town of Topock.
Officials with the Mohave County Sheriff's Office confirm a train derailment has occurred within the Northwestern Arizona county. According to a brief statement released by Anita Mortensen, the train, which as reportedly carrying hazardous materials, derailed near Milepost 9 of Interstate 40. Officials say there are no reports of any spills at this time. BNSF, as well as the National Transportation Safety Board, have been notified and are investigating.This derailment came after recent train derailments in other parts of the country. One derailment,The train derailment in East Palestine involved cars carrying vinyl chloride, which is considered to be carcinogenic. The derailment has sparked concerns over its impact on health and local environment.
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