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North Dakota Train Derailment Sparks Hazardous Material Fire

No injuries reported as emergency teams manage the blaze and monitor air quality risks.

  • Twenty-nine rail cars derailed, causing a fire in a remote area 140 miles northwest of Fargo.
  • The derailed cars were carrying anhydrous ammonia, sulfur, and methanol.
  • Officials highlight the risk of ammonia exposure but note the wind is currently dispersing smoke away from populated areas.
  • No evacuations are planned, but the situation is being closely monitored for changes in wind direction.
  • The cause of the derailment is still under investigation, with a comprehensive response initiated by CPKC.
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