Worcester

Train cars containing ethanol fuel derail in Worcester

Passenger rail service will not be impacted, because the derailment happened on a supply track

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A train carrying ethanol fuel derailed and fell into a building on Sunday afternoon in Worcester, Massachusetts, fire officials in the city have confirmed.

Deputy Fire Chief Adam Roche said that crews were called for reports of a hazmat situation shortly after noon on Sunday on Cambridge Street. That's where two train cars had derailed and fell into a building, Roche said.

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The tanks contained ethanol, but no leaks were discovered in the train cars following the derailment, according to Roche, who also said there was no structural damage to the building.

Power was shut off to the building as a precaution. There is not believed to be a threat to the community.

The Worcester Fire Department said Monday that the removal of the cars will require some preparation and a crane. The railroad, P&W Railroad, is expected to move the cars on Tuesday.

Passenger rail service will not be impacted, because the derailment happened on a supply track.

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