According to WCNC, the Richmond County train derailment followed a CSX train collision. Also, the collision happened Saturday morning. In addition, 18 railcars and one locomotive derailed.

Richmond County train derailment follows CSX collision
Richmond County train derailment follows CSX collision

Richmond County train derailment details

According to Trains.com, the locomotive provides the power to pull the train. It released a “minimal quantity” of diesel. Meanwhile, CSX said the fuel was contained. At the same time, CSX said there was no threat to the environment.

CSX train collision and freight service reopening

The tracks reopened for freight service Sunday. Separately, CSX said crews will continue working in the coming days. Still, that work is meant to restore the track, as Richmond Observer notes.

Cause of the crash under investigation

Also, the cause of the crash remains under investigation.

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