Freight Train Incident near Arizona-New Mexico State Line
In a recent incident near the Arizona-New Mexico state line, a freight train carrying fuel derailed and caught fire, causing significant disruption in the area.
Details of the Incident
- No injuries were reported in the train wreck that occurred near Lupton, Arizona.
- The train was transporting non-odorous propane and gasoline, with a few rail cars catching fire after the derailment.
- Authorities closed Interstate 40 in both directions in the area, diverting traffic to alternate routes.
Response and Impact
BNSF Railway personnel are working to clear the wreckage, while nearby residences and a truck stop were evacuated as a precaution. The incident also led to the cancellation of some passenger travel, affecting routes between Los Angeles and Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Local firefighting crews responded to the scene, and efforts are being made to contain the situation as the rail cars continue to burn.
Further Updates and Closures
The Arizona Corporation Commission reported that 10 rail cars were involved in the derailment, with two carrying liquid petroleum. The agency plans to investigate the incident further.
Authorities have warned of an extended closure of Interstate 40, leading to increased traffic on other highways in the region.
