On Sunday afternoon, a train derailment occurred in Hagerstown, with nine cars reported to have left the tracks. The incident took place around 1:35 p.m. near the 300 block of South Burhans Boulevard. The Hagerstown Fire Department (HFD) responded to the scene at approximately 3:30 p.m. and confirmed that the derailed cars did not contain hazardous materials and were empty at the time of the incident.
CSX, the operator of the train, has begun efforts to recover the derailed cars, with operations ongoing into Sunday evening. A spokesperson for CSX highlighted that there were no injuries, leaks, spills, or any immediate danger to the public resulting from the derailment. Safety measures are being prioritized as the recovery process continues.
Local authorities implemented crowd control measures due to the gathering of onlookers. South Burhans Boulevard was scheduled for closure around the overpass at 7 p.m. to facilitate the recovery efforts.
The cause of the derailment is currently under investigation. CSX expressed gratitude towards the local first responders for their prompt action and emphasized the importance of safety for all personnel involved in the ongoing operations.
