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Cargo Train Derails in Colorado, Spilling Diesel

The incident, which occurred near Loveland, resulted in no injuries and the spill was successfully contained.

  • A cargo train locomotive derailed in Loveland, Colorado, early Wednesday, spilling hundreds of gallons of diesel.
  • The spill was contained and did not reach any waterways, with no reported injuries.
  • The derailment occurred near a sugar factory and some homes, but only the locomotive was affected, not the other cars carrying sugar.
  • A hazardous materials contractor is involved in the cleanup, and the railway will inspect the tracks before resuming operations.
  • This incident marks the second train derailment in Colorado in just over a week.
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