No injuries were reported from a freight train derailment this afternoon near the 2100 block of East 95th Street. Several tank cars left the track and a Level I Haz Mat was requested. The cleanup process is underway.
TIm Olk is on the scene and submitted these images.
A tank car with an unknown cargo is off the tracks. Tim Olk photo
Heavy equipment is brought in to remove the tank cars. Tim Olk photo
Several cars need to be removed. Tim Olk photo
Multiple tank cars derailed and there is considerable damage to the track. Tim Olk photo
#1 by John on April 7, 2013 - 8:00 PM
Wow! I work for ATI ambulance and we go under these tracks on Jefferey blvd to go to trinity hospital. Nice photos though