In Kentucky, a train operated by CSX derailed, spilling molten sulfur and causing a fire. Specialized equipment was used to monitor the air for sulfur dioxide. Governor Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency and urged residents to evacuate. The incident disrupted Thanksgiving celebrations for local residents.
A train operated by CSX derailed in Kentucky, spilling molten sulfur and prompting environmental concerns. The governor declared a state of emergency, urging nearby communities to evacuate. The incident disrupted Thanksgiving preparations for local residents. The cause of the derailment is still unclear. This incident adds to the growing scrutiny of rail freight safety in the United States.